Inkoo Church

Inkoo, Finland

The oldest parts of grey stone church date back to the 15th century. It was built in three periods: the first part probably in 1430s, second maybe in the later half of 15th century and latest in 1510s. The roof was destroyed by lightning in 1623 and the bell tower was built beside 1739-1740.

The Inkoo parish is very old (established in the beginning of 13th century) and it's quite probable there have been wooden churches before the present one.

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Storkyrkovägen 3, Inkoo, Finland
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Founded: 1430-1510
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Middle Ages (Finland)

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www.muuka.com

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4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Kim Eriksson (8 months ago)
Kaunis kirkko sisältäkin
Jyrki Vähäniitty (8 months ago)
Näkemisenarvoinen paikka, kaunis hautausmaa ympärillä.
Elizabeth Toney (8 months ago)
Beautiful 15th century church. I wasn't able to see the inside, as it was closed, hopefully next time.
TaskuKarhu (3 years ago)
Ayy
Dan Idman (3 years ago)
Stämningfull medeltida kyrka.
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