Kiruna And Malmberget, The Moving Cities

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Kiruna And Malmberget, The Moving Cities

The entire center of Kiruna moves because of the giant mine that dominates the region. Underground mining is cost-effective and enables a high level of mechanization and automation. However, it causes deformations in the surface ground that, beyond a certain threshold, can render it impossible to maintain any infrastructure or residential areas in those locations. (Photo by Mauro Ujetto/NurPhoto)

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