Laitila Church

Laitila, Finland

Laitila Church, dedicated to St. Michael, was erected probably in 1460-1483. The mural paintings were made in 1483 by students of famous Petrus Henriksson. There are also a crucifix from the 15th century and pulpit from 17th century.

Address

Kirkkotie 2-4, Laitila, Finland

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Details

Founded: 1460-1483
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Middle Ages (Finland)

More Information

www.muuka.com
finnish-churches.blogspot.com

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Rauma Maritime Museum (29,9 km)
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User Reviews

Raimo Ruoho (14 months ago)
Beautiful, good wedding venue for a wedding ceremony.

Sakari Ylikleemola (14 months ago)
A beautiful church. I was a blessing at the occasion. The church in the middle of the trees. Surrounded by a cemetery.

Elisa Kivi-Jalonen (2 years ago)
A beautiful church and churchyard worth visiting. With the help of the guide, a completely different world opens up, I recommend it!

Matti Suikkila (2 years ago)
A really beautiful church where I once went to the Christmas church as a child

Svetlana Korolyova (2 years ago)
Beautiful city, kind, helpful people. On Sundays there is a service in the church in Finnish and English.

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