Karunki Church

Tornio, Finland

The wooden church in Karunki was built in 1815-1817. The cruciform shape church is designed by A. W. Arppe. The bell tower was erected in 1815. The altarpiece was painted by J. Hedman in 1827. There are also a manse (1861) and couple of wooden outbuidings on the church site.

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Kirkkotie, Karunki, Tornio, Finland
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Founded: 1815-1817
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Russian Grand Duchy (Finland)

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www.swedishlapland.com
www.haparandatornio.com

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User Reviews

Patrik Kauppinen (9 months ago)
They have finally started to tidy up the cemeteries. Also all around.
Henriikka Spets (12 months ago)
A nice church that has room for everyone.
Gunborg Gidby (13 months ago)
Wooden church in Karl Gustaf's parish, Karungi
Birgitta Fallstrom (3 years ago)
Visiting every time I come home.
Birgitta Fallstrom (3 years ago)
Visiting every time I come home.
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