Skivarp Church, Skivarp, Sweden

Skivarp Church was made of limestone probably in the 1150s. The vaulting was added in the 15th century and crow-stepped gable date also from the Middle Ages. The interior is decorated with frescoes made around the year 1500. The original medieval font is moved to the historical museum in Lund. The altar wall and pulpit date from the 17th century.

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riskavfall (2 years ago)
Very beautiful church!

Lennart Arvebro (2 years ago)
Beautiful old welcoming church, friendly church steward. Feel free to visit.

Ronald Dekker (4 years ago)
An absolute 'must' for anyone who likes to visit churches.

Lasse Jansson (4 years ago)
Very beautiful church

Ylva Olsson (5 years ago)
Old enriched church. Worth several visits.

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