Aleksanterin and Kalevan Kirkko, Tampere were built in the years between 1810-1881 and 1964-66 respectively. Aleksanterin and Kalevan Kirkko, Tampere are very important and popular churches of Finland.
Aleksanterin and Kalevan Kirkko, Tampere are popular tourist attractions in Tampere. Aleksanterin Kirko was built mainly in the Neo Gothic style of architecture. The church suffered serious damages in the 1937 when it was being reconstructed. For this reason it is also called the New church. It was the the most important place of worship in old Tampere. Aleksandra Saltin painted the altarpiece of the church in the year 1883.
Aleksanterin Kirkko, Tampere owes its name to Tsar Alexander II. The foundation stone of the church was laid on the 25 th year of his reign. The church underwent two major renovation processes. The last renovation took place in the year 1980 when the original colors were put back to the church. The church at present serves as the home to Pyynikki Congregation. Services are held in the church every Sunday at 10 am and various other events are also held there. Once in a month participants from St. Thomas mass pour in to the church. You will get all the information on events from the church itself.
The shape of Kalevan Kirkko, Tampere resembles that of a fish which is considered as a Christian symbol. The church features 18 doors and 18 windows. The church has the capacity to accommodate 1120 guests while there are only 115 seats in the choir. You can see the bell tower with a cross at the top. The church has 3 bells. The sound of the bell in the bell tower is very loud and is audible even amidst bustling activities of the city.
The construction of Kalevan Kirkko, Tampere was completed in the year 1966 and the church was established for the purpose of the Congregation of Kaleva. The church fulfilled the requirement of the space for worship. The hall of the church is 30 meters long and 30 meters high. The outer portion of the church is made up of 150000 bricks.
The church draws a large number of visitors. Large congregations are held here. Every Sunday and on other religious holidays services are held at 10 am. The gatherings on other days are smaller in size.
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