The church in Kvinesdal was built according to the plans of the castle architect Linstow in 1837. It replaced an earlier wooden church dating from 1623. The present church is designed in the classical style and is an octagonal wooden church with a tower to the west and a straight choir to the east. On the outside, it is panelled and painted white.
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The church of Feda is a wooden cruciform church built in 1800-02. In 1820 the church received its coverings and an octagonal eaves. The small-paned windows and doors have been preserved from the time of construction. The interior is characterised by a simple empire style.
Gyland Church is a wooden cruciform church built on top of an old church in 1815. In 1929 the church was moved from Gyland Farm to its present location on Nuland. During this move, a crucifix was found, which was sent to the National Museum.
Hægebostad Church is an octagonal church dating from 1844. The church was built according to the designs of the parish priest, Nils Christian Hald, with the approval and minor remarks of the head of state Christian H. Grosch. A church on the site is first mentioned in 1445. The medieval building was demolished in 1629 and a long wooden church was built in its place. The wood from the 1629 church was reused when the new church was built in 1844.
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