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.

Address

Jumkil 2, Uppsala, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Sweden
Historical period: Consolidation (Sweden)

More Information

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Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Åkerby Church (4,6 km)

Uppland Museum (15 km)
Gustavianum (15 km)
Uppsala Cathedral (15 km)
Holy Trinity Church (15,1 km)
Uppsala University (14,9 km)
Uppsala Castle (15,4 km)
St. Olof's Church Ruins (39,7 km)
St. Mary's Church (39,8 km)
Carolina Rediviva (15,1 km)

User Reviews

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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