Uusikaupunki Old Church

Uusikaupunki, Finland

Uusikaupunki Old Church was one of the first new churches after the Reformation in Finland. It was built in 1623-1629 and renovated several times in the 18th century. The belfry was added in 1775. The speciality of the church is the star-decorated, barrel vaulted ceiling.

The church is open to the public in summer time.

Address

Rantakatu 41, Uusikaupunki, Finland

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Details

Founded: 1623-1629
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Swedish Empire (Finland)

More Information

www.muuka.com

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Teppo Lilja (3 years ago)

KALLE SALONOJA (4 years ago)

Markus Bradley (4 years ago)

Maukka Maa (5 years ago)
Vanha, kaunis, miellyttävä ympäristöineen ja muistorikas

James Powers (7 years ago)
Easy drive from Turku. Interesting history. Winter War Memorial in front yard. Many old gave markers and mausoleums from mid 1600's.

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