Tåstarp Church, Munka-Ljungby, Sweden

The oldest parts of Tåstarp Church were built around the year 1200, probably by monks from the Herrevad Abbey. Arches were added in the 15th century. In the 18th century the church was enlarged to the west and the new tower was erected in 1829.

There is an medieval triumphal crucifix in the church. Pulpit date from 1619. A prehistoric sacrifical site is located next to the church.

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Eva Farrell (9 months ago)
Very beautiful church!!

max klintner (2 years ago)
An old well-preserved church, elevated view of the agricultural landscape. Well worth a visit.

Aron Cederholm (2 years ago)
Fine medieval church that fortunately escaped demolition during the 19th century demolition hysteria. Christian 4's monogram on the pulpit gossips about the wings of history.

cat cambra (2 years ago)

Bodil Olson (4 years ago)
Very nice church!

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