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St. Charles Church

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The house of God dedicated to King Carl XI of Sweden is impressive and the largest historicist church made of limestone. Its designer Otto Pius Hippius, an architect from St. Petersburg with his origins in Estonia, wanted that the pulpit and the altar as the centres of the church service were visible from every seat in the church, and everyone there could clearly hear the service. He considered the artistic aspect of the church's appearance and very good lighting to be of great importance.

St. Charles Church is decorated with sightworthy altar paintings by J. Köler and S. Kügelgen. 

The oldest part of the church are the church bells, and in 1884, the biggest mechanical tracture organ with 30 registers was built.

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  • It attracts attention.

    tripadvisor rating 4 of 5
    February 19, 2025 By claudiovuck

    This historic building being large enough attracts attention even from afar! Its exterior is more beautiful than the interior definitely! If you are in the area a quick look you can also give it to... Read more comments

  • Eyes on fire

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    January 3, 2025 By Road66452874554

    Went with my school , eyes on fire. And the problem was that some of the quotes too FOREVER. while the arte gümnaasium concert.

  • Imponente chiesa

    tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
    March 14, 2022 By andreas88le

    [Ago 2018] Grande e bella chiesa che si trova poco fuori il centro della città. Si può raggiungere tranquillamente a piedi oppure grazie ai mezzi di trasporto. Anche se poco distante dalle varie... Read more comments