Händene Church, Skara, Sweden

Händene Church was built in Romanesque style in the 12th century. A major renovation and extension took place in the 17th century. After all renovations, only the tower remains unchanged since the Middle Ages. The baptismal font dates from the Middle Ages. The altarpiece is carved in the 13th century.

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Uki Bear (2 years ago)
A cute little church, first established during the roman era, situated in a beary picturesque hamlet ⛪️?️✨

Stina Sedin (3 years ago)
So nice and beautiful

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Björn Allvin (6 years ago)
Crowded to get on the bench anyway, I am NOT so fat.

Elisabeth Carlsson (6 years ago)

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