Jukkasjärvi, Settlement in Norrbotten County, Sweden
Jukkasjärvi is a settlement in Kiruna Municipality, located about 17 kilometers east of the city. The village sits at an elevation of 321 meters (1,050 feet) in a region shaped by rivers and forests.
The village began as a Sami marketplace, with its name coming from the Northern Sami word Čohkkirasjávri, meaning assembly lake. For centuries, it was a key trading place for indigenous peoples of the region.
The wooden church from 1607 is the last of its kind in Sweden and displays a carved altar piece by Bror Hjorth. It sits at the heart of the village and shapes its character today.
During winter months, temperatures drop well below freezing, so visitors should bring warm clothing and proper equipment for the cold. Access to different areas varies by season, so planning ahead makes the visit much easier.
Each winter, artists design new rooms for the Icehotel using water from the Torne River. This means the entire building looks completely different from season to season.
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