Ånimskog Church, Ånimskog, Sweden

The oldest parts of the Ånimskog church (a square floor area) were built in the early 13th century by an unknown master. In the beginning of the 17th century the eastern gable was removed and the church was enlarged to the east.

The roof paintings were completed in 1739 by Hans Georg Schäffner. The font, made of sandstone, date from the 13th century. The red wooden bell tower was built in 1731.

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Margareta Eriksson (3 years ago)
A fantastically beautiful church.

Oskar Mann (3 years ago)
Beautiful church, incredible paintings

Bo Pedersen (3 years ago)
Nice church

Britta Abenius (4 years ago)
Jette kolt

Lars Axelsson (5 years ago)
Here rests my grandfather and grandmother

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