Swedish, Kiruna Church
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Sweden's 113-year-old Kiruna Church is being transported away from a location that is sinking due to underground mining.
The historic Kiruna Church in Swedish Lapland, known for its multicultural inclusivity, has been relocated due to mining activities. Emphasizing minority languages such as Northern Sami alongside Swedish,
Mining in Kiruna, Sweden, has jeopardized the ground below a beloved church. Thanks to a feat of engineering, it is on the move.
A 741-ton historic church in Kiruna, Sweden, is being moved 5 km on wheels to save it from land subsidence caused by mining. The unique event, planned for 8 years, has drawn thousands of spectators to witness the preservation of a national landmark.