Dalby Chuch, Uppsala, Sweden

The oldest part of Dalby Chuch date from the 13th century and it was enlarged between 1250-1350. The vaults are decorated by Albertus Pictor school and some of them are restored. The baptismal font dates from the early 13th century and crusifix from the 14th century. The pulpit dates from 1659.

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Anders Förare (9 months ago)
One of our fine rural churches. Especially in summer, but also in winter!

Hakan Mattsson (2 years ago)
The most lovely location next to Lake Mälaren ?

Sofie A.V (2 years ago)
Nice church

Eric A.L. Axner (3 years ago)
Absolutely extraordinary! I'm gobsmacked; this church is architecturally unique and exquisite (the roof is a real treat) and the scenery is stunning. Its all very well propositioned. I have seen nothing resembling it anywhere in the county, I cannot praise this place enough! Amazing, truly amazing.

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The stone church of Gamla Uppsala, built over the pagan temple, dates from the early 12th century. Due to fire and renovations, the present church is only a remnant of the original cathedral.

Before the arrival of Christianity in Sweden, Gamla Uppsala was the seat of Swedish kings and a ceremonial site known all over northern Europe. The settlement was home to royal palaces, a royal burial ground, and a great pagan temple. The Uppsala temple, which was described in detail by Adam of Bremen in the 1070s, housed wooden statues of the Norse gods Odin, Thor and Freyr. A golden chain hung across its gables and the inside was richly decorated with gold. The temple had priests, who sacrificed to the gods according to the needs of the people.

The first Christian cathedral was probably built in the 11th century, but finished in the 12th century. The stone building may have been preceded by a wooden church and probably by the large pagan temple.

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