Uskelan emäkirkko

Uskelan emäkirkko is an archaeological site in Salo with medieval church ruins located near the Uskelanjoki River, showing layers from different construction phases. The grounds preserve remains of a bell tower structure and cemetery that reveal how the church evolved across multiple centuries.

The site shows traces of church construction from the early 13th century, with the community rebuilding and modifying the structure multiple times. Erosion and riverbank collapse in the early 1800s eventually led to abandonment.

This location served as a gathering place where the local community gathered to practice their beliefs across different periods. The site shows how building practices and religious customs changed over time, reflecting the evolving needs of those who worshipped here.

The site is now exposed and can be explored on foot, with the remains clearly visible in the landscape. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear as the ground is uneven and located close to the river.

After the riverbank collapsed, stones from the church ruins were salvaged and reused as building material for other structures in the region. This practice meant that parts of the demolished structure received a second life as foundations or walls in new buildings.