Getting officials from Sweden doesn't happens that often.
The medieval church in the north of the island of Visingsö in Lake
Vättern is best known nowadays for its cut-off tower, from which
visitors can enjoy the view.
SE-184211, sent by Annette.
Kumlaby Church was built in the 12th century using local slate, with
sandstone door and window frames. The church comprises nave, chancel,
apse and a west tower added slightly later. In the 15th century, the
church was vaulted and decorated with frescos depicting motifs from the
legends of the saints and medieval symbolism.
During the 16th century, the island’s two parishes were merged into
one and, in 1636, all church activity was moved to the newly completed
Brahe Church. Per Brahe the Younger then converted the abandoned church
into schoolrooms for the school he had founded: ‘Schola Brahea’, the
Visingsborg School. Among other things, he had the steeple removed and
built a platform there for the pupils to study astronomy.
The church served as a school for 175 years, after which it was left
to its fate. For a number of years during the 19th century, it was used
by the missionary movement. In 1922, the church underwent radical
restoration, assuming its present appearance.
As a visitor, not only can you go into the church but also up to the top
of the cut-off tower. The staircase up to the tower is narrow and dark,
but well worth the effort. It is said that in fine weather you can see
four of Sweden’s provinces – Småland, Östergötland, Närke and
Västergötland – from the top. - in: https://jkpg.com
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