Laponian area

The Laponian area is a large mountainous wildlife area in the Lapland province in northern Sweden, more precisely in Gällivare Municipality, Arjeplog Municipality and Jokkmokk Municipality. It was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996; the bulk of it had enjoyed protected status since the early 20th century. The area was made a heritage site for both natural and cultural reasons. The village of Porjus is a natural point of entry to the Laponian area and has recently opened an information center. The highest mountain of the area is Sarektjåhkkå, at 2,089 metres (6,854 ft).

Laponian area

The Laponian area is a large mountainous wildlife area in the Lapland province in northern Sweden, more precisely in Gällivare Municipality, Arjeplog Municipality and Jokkmokk Municipality. It was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996; the bulk of it had enjoyed protected status since the early 20th century. The area was made a heritage site for both natural and cultural reasons. The village of Porjus is a natural point of entry to the Laponian area and has recently opened an information center. The highest mountain of the area is Sarektjåhkkå, at 2,089 metres (6,854 ft).