Rinkaby Church

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Rinkaby Church, made of brick, dates probably from the mid-1200s. The most interesting detail are rich mural paintings in vaults. Frescoes were done by so-called Vittskövle master or his students in the 15th century. The paintings describe year seasons in peasant's life. The pulpit dates from the 17th century.

Address
Kyrkvägen 3, Rinkaby, Sweden

Established
13th century

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