Alunda Church, Östhammar, Sweden

Alunda Church originates from the 1200s and it was enlarged in 1400s. It was badly damaged by fire in 1542 and 1715. The ruins were left to decay until the reconstruction made in 1780-1787. The font is the main item of inventory retained from medieval times. There are also the remains of medieval frescoes made in 1465. The altarpiece is from 1862 painted by Johan Zacharius Blackstadius.

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Natalija Delic (13 months ago)
Beautiful church with friendly staff.

Ingvar Skönstrand (2 years ago)
Pleasant surroundings, very well maintained, order and order in the area.

Eric Axner-Norrman (5 years ago)
A grand countryside church with a real elegant touch. Beautiful cemetery. recommended!

Mats Asplund (5 years ago)
Why doesn't it say that the church is open during the summer during the week, under the opening hours tab?? It only says that the church is open Sunday at 11 - 12.

Lajos J. Hajdu (6 years ago)
Impressive church, unfortunately photographed from the outside only.

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