Rusko Church

Rusko, Finland

The Church of Rusko was built probably in 1510-1530 and was dedicated to St. Mary Magdalene. It's one of the smallest medieval churches in Finland. The wooden belfry was erected in 1744. There are three medieval crucifixes in church, other 11 are moved to the National Museum or to the Historical Museum of Turku.

The National Board of Antiques has named the church area, surrounding graveyard and near stone bridge as national built heritage.

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Ruskon kirkkotie 7-23, Rusko, Finland
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Details

Founded: 1510-1530
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Middle Ages (Finland)

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4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Sanna Tomukorpi (2 years ago)
Kirkko
Jussi Tomukorpi (2 years ago)
Kaunis pieni kivikirkko.
Phil Oleynik (2 years ago)
Peaceful and quiet historical place
Seppo PJ Komulainen (3 years ago)
Pilkkopimeässä perille.
Pekka A (3 years ago)
Kaunis kirkonmäki ja museo
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