Geta Church

Geta, Finland

Geta Church is believed to be built in the 1460s, and was dedicated to St. George. It was used as a chapel until the beginning of the 20th century. The altarpiece was donated in 1685. The Empire-style pulpit is from 1842. The major reconstructions have been done in the 17th century, and in 1842. The belfry was built in the middle of the 17th century, but it has been reconstructed in 1685 and in the 19th century.

References:

Muuka.com

Address

Getavägen, Geta, Finland

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Details

Founded: 1460-1540
Category: Religious sites in Finland
Historical period: Middle Ages (Finland)

More Information

www.aland.com
www.muuka.com
www.geta.aland.fi

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

MaRay Gav (2 years ago)
Great here. A place of peace and quiet. The church is very simple, but very beautiful!

JXLIS Beats (2 years ago)
PLAGIARISM!!!!!

Asica (4 years ago)
A very charming place

Ra Lu (4 years ago)
Here simply came the feeling of calm!

Vassileva Kebrin (6 years ago)

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