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Petajavesi Old Church, Petajavesi

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#1 of 6 in Historic Sites in Central Finland

Architectural Building Religious Site Must See

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• By Butterflies22

  The Petajavesi Old Church was build by logs between 1763-1765. It is one of Finland´s 7 Unesco sights and it is well worth a visit if you are in the area. It is free to walk around outside - they char...  more »

• By LilloKing

  Si tratta di una antica chiesetta campestre tutta di legno, rarissimo esempio rimasto di questo tipo di architettura tanto che è stata protetta dall’Unesco come patrimonio dell’umanità. Gli interni tr...  more »

  It is an ancient cross-country church all made of wood, a rare example left of this type of architecture so much that it has been protected by Unesco as a World Heritage Site. The interior oozes true faith, naive, but heartfelt. The exteriors are in a beautiful and relaxing countryside. It's really worth the stop.
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• By Chris M

  Such an amazing piece of history! Built in only 35 days, but is remains strong 250 years later.

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• By Matthew Tarasoff

  Great, very old wooden church. Worth a visit to the country side to see.

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