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Vihanti mine, Cultural Heritage Mine in Lampinsaari, Finland.

The Vihanti mine features extraction facilities and industrial structures situated in a mineral-rich area containing deposits of zinc, copper, and lead.

The mine operated during the mid-twentieth century, becoming a major source of employment and economic development for the Raahe region of Finland.

The site represents Finnish industrial development, earning recognition as a Cultural Heritage Site of National Significance with identification number RKY 1456.

Visitors can access the former mining complex to examine the preserved industrial structures and learn about mineral extraction methods through guided tours.

The geological formations at Vihanti mine contain specific combinations of gabbro and diorite rocks, making it valuable for mineralogical research.

Location: Raahe

GPS coordinates: 64.40983,25.13947

Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:48

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