Kirkenes

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Kirkenes is the largest city in Kelssek and the provincial capital of Noua Cymru. It is located on the coast of the Pacific Ocean. The city is a major financial and economic centre, with the majority of Kelssek's banking and financial services industry headquartered in Kirkenes, as well as a cultural centre and transportation hub. The city has a population of 9.1 million, while 47.1 million people live within the metropolitan area.

The city is home to the iconic KN Tower and many national and transnational corporate head offices. With the help of immigration, Kirkenes has a very cosmopolitan population representing cultures and ethnicities from around the world. Due to its low crime, clean environment and generally high standard of living, the city is consistently rated one of the world's most livable cities.

Kirkenes is also home to Lionsgate University, commonly regarded as one of Kelssek's and the world's most prestigious universities.