Cover image of this place Struve Geodetic Arc point - Jupukka, Pajala

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Struve Geodetic Arc point - Jupukka, Pajala

Why locals love it

The Struve Geodetic Arc is a triangular chain between the Arctic Ocean and the Black Sea. It explored the shape and size of the globe between 1816-1855. Six of the 34 selected World Heritage sites are located in Sweden.

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Why you should visit it

Mount Jupukka has one of the measuring points of the World Heritage Site, the Struve meridian arc. The view from the grassy peak is a mile wide in beautiful weather. The nature reserve also includes the Poronmaanjänkkä swamp, which has rich flora.

Struve Geodetic Arc point - Jupukka, Pajala
Jupukka, 984 91 Pajala, Ruotsi
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