Temppeliaukio Church - Helsinki, Finland
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member neoc1
N 60° 10.371 E 024° 55.465
35V E 384845 N 6672471
Temppeliaukio Church is popularly known as the Rock Church or the Church of the Rock. It is also one of Helsinki's premier attractions.
Waymark Code: WMFXHH
Location: Finland
Date Posted: 12/13/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member lumbricus
Views: 59

The Temppeliaukio Church is a Lutheran church in the Töölö neighborhood of Helsinki at Lutherinkatu 3. The architects of this church were the brothers Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen. The unique design a beauty of the church make it a must-see attraction for visitors to Helsinki. The church opened in 1969.

The church is built by excavating into solid granite rock outcrop that rises 40' above street level. The resulting space is covered with a magnificent copper dome. The dome is supported by a series of windows which brighten the interior in natural light. The church interior was designed by the architects and the 43 stop organ was manufactured by Veikko Virtanen. Due to the excellent acoustics created by the rock walls, classical music concerts are frequently held here.
Active Church: Yes

School on property: No

Date Built: 01/01/1969

Service Times: English Language: Sunday at 2pm.

Website: [Web Link]

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