Mihkli Church

Koonga, Estonia

The medieval church of Mihkli (St. Michael) was originally known as Soontagana church. It was built already in the end of 13th century. The present stone-made bell tower was added in 1779-1787. The interior is mainly from the 19th century with the exception of medieval font pedestal and bell made in Stockholm in 1684.

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Mihkli, Koonga, Estonia

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Estonia
Historical period: Danish and Livonian Order (Estonia)

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Valeri (5 years ago)

Katrin L (6 years ago)

Лютеранский взгляд (6 years ago)
Lutheran Church of St. Michael. Construction of the 13th century.

Alar Paeste (6 years ago)
A nice piece of history. The ceiling of the church has been preserved for some time from the past.

Anastasia Kaskla (7 years ago)
Historical church, traditional Estonian church

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