Maalahti Church

Maalahti, Finland

The current wooden Maalahti church was built in 1829 and it is designed by C. Bassi. The belfry was erected in 1832 according the design of famous C. K. Engel. The altarpiece was painted by A. Såltin in 1881 and organs date from 1875.

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Founded: 1829
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Russian Grand Duchy (Finland)

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Alexander Ginlund (4 years ago)
The ornaments are connected in style, but the belfry has not decided whether it will be connected to the church.
Jartsa Lipasto (5 years ago)
Jens Strom (7 years ago)
Fin gammal kyrka
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