Kiruna Church

Kiruna Church (Swedish: Kiruna kyrka) is a church in Kiruna, Sweden. In 2001, the church was voted the most beautiful public building in Sweden by the Swedish people.

History

The church was built between 1909–1912 and consecrated by Bishop Olof Bergqvist on 8 December 1912. Since 1913, the church is included in the Jukkasjärvi parish in the diocese of Luleå. Gustaf Wickman was the church's architect and the famous altarpiece is a work of Prince Eugen, Duke of Närke.

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26 October 2014
Winter time makes for beautiful walks in the church gardens.
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