The Kiruna Church is being moved along a 5-kilometer (3-mile) route east to a new city center as part of the town’s relocation. It’s happening because the world’s largest underground iron-ore mine is threatening to swallow the town.
Breakdown
- A 113-year-old church in Kiruna is being moved three miles due to mining-related ground instability. 11s
- The church is transported on rolling platforms, with key interior features secured for the move. 21s
- The relocation is funded by mining operator Elcab, costing around $3 billion. 54s
- The mine expansion aims to extract additional materials, including phosphorus and rare earths. 1m 8s
- The town relocation process is ongoing and expected to last at least another two decades. 1m 37s