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Ivalo
The village of Ivalo is the main center for northern Lapland and the largest village in the Inari region, with 4,300 inhabitants. It connects major snowmobile routes in winter and attracts anglers to its lakes, which have a reputation for bountiful fishing, in summer.
Ivalo at a Glance
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