Lunner Church
Norway

Lunner Church

Medieval stone church with unique circular tower.

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Lunner Church, located in Lunner municipality in Norway, is a significant medieval stone church dating back to the 12th century. Initially constructed as a Romanesque long church with a unique circular stone tower—an architectural rarity in Norway—the structure was later transformed into a cruciform church in the late 18th century. This transformation involved dismantling the original tower, yet the circular base remains a remarkable feature of the site and is now displayed under a glass floor for public viewing. The church also showcases nine stone reliefs on its medieval walls, depicting scenes of humans and animals, likely representing spiritual battles. Despite modern restorations, the medieval sections have maintained their historical integrity, offering a glimpse into the religious architectural practices and artistic expressions of the time.

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Original church construction

1100 CE

Tower dismantling and church rebuilt

1780 CE

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Norway

Coordinates

60.31° N, 10.56° E