Visit one of the oldest church of Sweden at Vardsberg,Linkoping. Located 8 kilometers from the city the church is one of the oldest in Linkoping. The church of Vardsberg,Linkoping and its surrounding area can be an ideal destination for excursion from the town for the adventure enthusiast while others are attracted to its architectural and religious appeal.
The round church of Vardsberg is located on the banks of Vardsberg river where the main road crosses the river. Several other Tourist Attractions in Linkoping are easily accessible from Vardsberg church. You will find Askeby church in 6 kilometers east to the round church of Vardsberg,Linkoping. Nearby is a 12th century nunnery. While you set out for Sightseeing in Linkoping you can stop over these religious as well as historical sites for some time.
Vardsberg Church was built as a defense church on the top of a hill, in the middle of the 12th century. The tower of the church was was added later during 1753-54. The interior of the church is decorated with beautiful paintings, some of which are from the 16th century. The round church of Vardsberg,Linkoping is the one of its kind in the region. The architecture of the church is typically medieval. There are a number of round churches scattered around in Europe. These churches were built by the Knight Templars in the middle ages. The design of the church resembles the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. It is believed by many that Bishop Kol, who died in Jerusalem in 1196, may have been the instigator and patron of the church in Vardsberg,Linkoping.
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