Kangasala Church, Kangasala, Finland

Kangasala grey granite church, with its beautiful baroque star ceiling, was built in 1767. Its rare wooden sculptures, dating back to the 15th century, make the church particularly fascinating. The tower collapsed in 1782 and the new one was completed in 1800.

There is a "bleeding stone" in the wall which is known among the local people. According the legend the girl called "Kuussalon Kaarina" was beheaded on it.

During the summer months the church is open daily, and guided tours are available.

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David Verdujz (3 years ago)
Good

pickle scream (4 years ago)
It looks pretty, I'm not a Christian, but the experience was nice. The blood rock was pretty intresting

Nish Nimoh (5 years ago)
Very Beautiful church and blessing services

Weeti Virtanen (5 years ago)
Good

Anna-Kristiina Nieminen (6 years ago)
Kaunis tunnelmallinen kirkko

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