Järrestad Church

Simrishamn, Sweden

The nave, chancel and apse of Järrestad Church dates from the 12th century. It was enlarged and the tower was added in the 15th century. Since 1500s the exterior is survived without any modifications. The pulpit dates from 1635.

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Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

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Göran Jeppson (3 years ago)
Nice church
Gunnar Olsson (6 years ago)
Claes Isander (6 years ago)
Nice little older church
Torsten Carlsson (6 years ago)
Break, on the way
Christian Söderström (6 years ago)
Pretty much dead. But nice
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