Rannu Church

Rannu, Estonia

St Martin’s Church of Rannu dates back to the 15th century. The wooden belfry was added in 1835. As the unique detail the wooden pulpit, made in the mid-16th century, is the oldest one in Estonia.

References:
  • Tapio Mäkeläinen 2005. Viro - kartanoiden, kirkkojen ja kukkaketojen maa. Tammi, Helsinki, Finland.

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Neemisküla, Rannu, Estonia
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Founded: 15th century
Category: Religious sites in Estonia
Historical period: Danish and Livonian Order (Estonia)

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Muhkel “Muhkel.ee” (2 years ago)
A little kind of church, unfortunately we couldn't get in this time
Siiri Näkk (3 years ago)
Nice church, definitely worth a closer look.
Oliver Kikas (4 years ago)
Huvitava arhitektuuriga kirik.
Riho J (4 years ago)
Church like a church still.
Leonid Romanov (4 years ago)
The beginning of the 15th century, good condition, and the buildings of the church estate are still alive.
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