South Varanki

The terrain of South Varanki, known in Norway as Sør-Varanger, ranges from forested inland valleys along the Finnish and Russian borders to a fjord-indented coast by the Varangerfjord, giving the municipality a distinctly Arctic borderland character. The Pasvik River forms part of Norway’s boundary with Russia and runs through a broad, wooded valley that contrasts with the open coast near Kirkenes. Kirkenes has long been associated with iron-ore mining and remains the area’s main town. Sámi, Kven and Norwegian traditions all contribute to local identity. See how South Varanki fits within Finnmark by browsing webcams nearby.

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