Kemiö Church

Kemiö, Finland

The present Kemiö stone church replaced the previous wooden church probably in 1469. The bell tower was erected in 1786-1788. The church was originally dedicated to St. Andrew.

Fire has damaged Kemiö church several times during centuries. The latest renovation was made in 1920-1922. It was funded by the famous businessman and patron Amos Andersson and designed by architect Armas Lindgren.

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Finnuddsvägen 11, Kemiö, Finland
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Founded: 1469
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Middle Ages (Finland)

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www.muuka.com

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4.1/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Pentti Koivu (2 years ago)
Kirkot ovat mahtavasti rakennettu, jotta köyhä kansa kunnioitti niitä.
Kirill Kalenikov (2 years ago)
The peaceful old place
Lenza Penza (2 years ago)
Vacker kyrka
marko rauhala (3 years ago)
Nätti paikka
Monica Helmroos (3 years ago)
Rauhallinen vanha paikka
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