Kemiö Church

Kimitoön, 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.

Address

Finnuddsvägen 11, Kimitoön, Finland

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Details

Founded: 1469
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Middle Ages (Finland)

More Information

www.muuka.com

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Jari Hiltunen (3 years ago)
A very nice old church. Built around 1469.

Petteri Broman (4 years ago)
The really beautiful stone church was not allowed inside

HHerman Lehto (4 years ago)
Blessings!

Juha Huhtala (4 years ago)
Quite a beautiful church in the archipelago. ??

Sami Lappalainen (4 years ago)
Fine stone church.

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