Tammisaari Church

Raasepori, Finland

Tammisaari church is one the rare Finnish stone churches built in the 17th century. The building began in 1651 and was completed in 1670s. The church was destroyed by fire in 1821 and reconstructed to the present appearance in 1839-1842.

The white church tower is a landmark the Tammisaari old town (built mainly in the 19th century), which is a popular tourist attraction.

Address

Sigfrid Olain katu 2, Raasepori, Finland

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Details

Founded: 1651-1679
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Swedish Empire (Finland)

More Information

www.muuka.com

Rating

4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Tammisaari Old Town (0,2 km)

Fiskars (18,5 km)
Hanko Church (30,7 km)
Raasepori Castle (12,3 km)
Mustio Manor (30,4 km)
Fagervik (21,8 km)
St. Katherine's Church (18,8 km)
The Church of St. Mary (14,5 km)
Billnäs (17 km)
Uskela Church (47,8 km)

User Reviews

Hằng Lê Thị Thuý (4 years ago)
Beautiful church in the middle of the old town. Easy access with a free parking lot right next to it.

Kalpesh Jain (5 years ago)
Beautiful Church

samuel salonen (6 years ago)
Good

Group Salmela (6 years ago)
Beautiful and small activities for kids (unusual ina church!)

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