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Kittisvaara At the top of the Mountain, Pello 95700 FinlandMap
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  • Herb8400
    Herb8400
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    Impressive

    It's not easy to find, but it's worth. You have to find the correct way in the east of the main road.

    Reviewed on Jul 25, 2016
  • Miguel H
    Miguel H
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    Good trail but really bad indicated.

    The trail is really hard to find, signs are mediocre, we find it at the third time. Once you are in the trail the way up is well indicated. At the top there are no clear views of the valley but there ...

    Reviewed on Jun 17, 2016
  • ReindeermanLapland
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    Maupertuis Memorial: historical site for humanity and science with unique view over the Torne Valley in Lapland

    In 1736-1737 was conducted a French expedition to determine the shape of the Earth. It was led by French mathematician and philosopher Pierre Louis Moreau de Maupertuis.. Maupertuis expedition’s purpo...

    Reviewed on Feb 2, 2016
  • Harrier18
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    Old monument

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    In honor of the scientists of the 18th century studying the earth. It is hard enough to find it, I went on GPS, predetermining the coordinates on the google in advance.

    Reviewed on Jul 25, 2016