Virolahti Sacristy

The Virolahti sacristy is a medieval stone sacristy that was built between 1500 and 1530 next to the wooden church of the time. The intention was to build an entire stone church later, but for financial and other reasons this did not materialise. The wooden church attached to the sacristy was demolished in the 17th century and replaced by a new one. This new wooden church was itself demolished in 1847 after an auction.

About this building

Key Features

  • Architecture

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St. Mary's Church

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Vyborg's Old Cathedral

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Pyhtää Church

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