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1. • • Porjus is a locality situated in Jokkmokk Municipality, Norrbotten County, Sweden with 328 inhabitants in 2010. Geographically it is situated by the shores of Lule River at 499 meter height. Porjus is known for having one of the oldest hydropower plants in Sweden (Porjus kraftverk - Porjus hydroelectric power station), built 1910–1915.
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   What is Porjus known for?

   • Porjus is known for having one of the oldest hydropower plants in Sweden ( Porjus kraftverk - Porjus hydroelectric power station ), built 1910–1915. The power plant was built to deliver electricity to the building of the railroad between Luleå and Narvik, where the mining industry shipped iron ore.

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   Where is Porjus located?

   • Porjus is a locality situated in Jokkmokk Municipality, Norrbotten County, Sweden with 328 inhabitants in 2010. Geographically it is situated by the shores of Lule River at 499 meter height. Porjus is known for having one of the oldest hydropower plants in Sweden ( Porjus kraftverk - Porjus hydroelectric power station ), built 1910–1915.

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   What to do in Porjus?

   • Porjus is a small town that’s just north of Jokkmokk. While you’re there, you have the option of staying in a mountain cabin or lodge. Both of these are situated in areas where you’re likely to see the Northern Lights. It’s a great way to reconnect with nature while waiting to see one of the greatest natural phenomena.

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   Who are some famous people from Porjus?

   • Porjus was the home of the online artists Lagoona between the years 1996–2004. Singer Birgitta Svendén and the former MD of major Swedish technology company Ericsson, Carl-Henric Svanberg, now chairman of Volvo and former chairman of BP, are two other well-known persons who were born in Porjus.

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   Porjus is a locality situated in Jokkmokk Municipality, Norrbotten County, Sweden with 328 inhabitants in 2010. Geographically it is situated by the shores of Lule River at 499 meter height. Porjus is known for having one of the oldest hydropower plants in Sweden (Porjus kraftverk - Porjus hydroelectric power station), built 1910

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   Jun 29, 2019 · Things to Do in Porjus, Sweden: See Tripadvisor's 159 traveler reviews and photos of Porjus tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Porjus. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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   • A Short History of Porjus
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   For a long time Porjus had only a small permanent settlement. That was up until the beginning of the 20th century. The construction of the Porjus Hydroelectric Power Station in 1910 to 1915, one of the oldest in Sweden, also meant the establishment of a larger settlement of over 300 workers. The original makeshift houses were soon replaced by more ...

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   Porjus might be a small place with a short history, but it is made up by large constructions and nature close by.

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   Flights: Closest airport Gällivare Lapland Airport (GEV) located 56 kilometers away. It connects the area with the Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) for connections around the globe.

   Car: Porjus is located along the E45 between Gällivare and Jokkmokk.

   Train: Closest train station is in Gällivare with trains from Luleå and Björkliden/Kiruna

   Bus:There are regional buses connecting Projus with the surrounding area.

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   Jun 29, 2019 · Things to Do in Porjus, Sweden: See Tripadvisor's 159 traveller reviews and photos of Porjus tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Porjus. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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   Porjus Tourism: Tripadvisor has 159 reviews of Porjus Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Porjus resource.

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   Porjus Another tiny northern village, Porjus, with merely 400 inhabitants, is a coveted spot for viewing the Northern Lights in Sweden. 60 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle, Porjus lies in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Laponia on the edge of a beautiful lake.

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   Oct 9, 2023 · Porjus is a small town that’s just north of Jokkmokk. While you’re there, you have the option of staying in a mountain cabin or lodge. Both of these are situated in areas where you’re likely to see the Northern Lights.