Archangel Michael's church

Turku, Finland

Archangel Michael's Church was designed by famous architect Lars Sonck and finished in 1905. When Sonck won the competition for the church in 1894, he was only a 23-year old architectural student. The neogothic style red-brick church dominates the western skyline of the city of Turku. It’s one of the most popular wedding churches in Turku being able to seat 1,800 people.

Address

Puistokatu 16, Turku, Finland

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Details

Founded: 1899-1905
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Russian Grand Duchy (Finland)

More Information

www.turunseurakunnat.fi
en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Jake Tetrick (11 months ago)
I came at 12pm on a Saturday and it was closed. I still had a nice look from the outside.

Ieva Bieze (13 months ago)
available praying place 24/7

Martti Ranin (15 months ago)
Beautiful and unique design, definitely worth a visit!

Виктория Киселёва (4 years ago)
Very nice place! Silence, not much people... Read its history before visiting. Sometimes you may listen to organ music.

Ahee Kim (4 years ago)
Very beautiful church in Turku, close to the railway station!

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