Suomenlinna Church — Attraction in Helsinki sub-region

SUOMENLINNa CHURcH The Suomenlinna Church was build during the Russian regime, by order of Czar Nikolay I, to function as a military church?The Alexander Nevsky garrison church was completed and inaugurated in 1854. After Finland gained independence the church was consecrated, at Christmas 1918, to function as a Lutheran church. The following year the cupolas of the four small towers were pulled down In 1928, in connection with refurbishing, the exterior Ivas altered to reflect the use of the church as a Lutheran Church. The cupola on the main tower was removed and on the outside the tower was made quadrangular, and the bases of the earlier demolished small towers were left under the roof. In 1929, the refurbished church was consecrated to function as a garrison church. In 1960, The Defence Forces transferred the church to the Evangelical Lutheran congregation...

Nestled on the historic Suomenlinna island, this charming church is a remarkable piece of Finnish heritage. Originally built over 150 years ago as an Orthodox church, it was later converted into a Lutheran place of worship, reflecting the region's rich and evolving cultural history. Located at the heart of the Suomenlinna fortress—which spans five interconnected islands—the church stands as a striking focal point amidst the serene surroundings. A visit to this site is highly recommended for anyone...

Peaceful church with some beautiful details! Based on the photos on the wall and imagining what is under the plaster is part of the fun! Since this was a former orthodox church, under the plain plaster is the gold and glitz of that traditional style church. The photos were interesting inside, and it was nice to get out from the cold. The stairs to get up there were steep, and I loved the challenge climbing up and then back down. The details around the outside of the church were...