Jumkil Church, Uppsala, Sweden

The medieval church of Jumkil was originally built in the early 13th century. The vaulting was made in the 16th century and detached bell tower was added in the mid-18th century. There are wooden sculptures and triumphal crucifix from the 16th century. Baptismal font is from the 12th century, made of Gotland sandstone, with many carved motifs, such as the birth of Jesus and the adoration of the Three Wise Men. The medieval murals date from the 15th century.

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Christina Nordlund (3 years ago)
Beautiful, atmospheric and fine.

Margareta Andersen (4 years ago)
It is my home town's church

Eric A.L. Axner (5 years ago)
A quaint little church.

Kerstin Blad (5 years ago)
Here is peace for stressed souls. The church is of older date.

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