Kyrkor i Lappland
Lapland's Sacred Sites
This collection showcases the diverse ecclesiastical architecture of Lapland, ranging from 17th-century wooden block-pillar churches to mid-20th-century post-war reconstructions. Highlights include the Sodankylä Old Church, one of Finland's oldest wooden buildings, and the Utsjoki Church, the northernmost in the European Union. These sites, often situated along major rivers like the Kemijoki and Tana, reflect the region's history, from medieval traditions to the neoclassical designs of C.L. Engel and modern functionalist styles.
Sodankylä Old Church
A well-preserved wooden church built in 1689, representing one of the oldest examples of ecclesiastical architecture in Lapland.
Sodankylä Old Church
Sodankylä Old Church is a 17th-century wooden church located near the Kitinen River in the Sodankylä municipality in Lapland, Finland.
Kursun kirkko
A village church located in Kursu, within the Salla municipality of eastern Lapland.
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