Lesja Church, Heritage church in Lesja, Norway
Located in Nord-Gudbrandsdal, Lesja Church displays a cruciform design constructed in 1749 with substantial wooden architecture accommodating 300 worshippers within its halls.
The church replaced an 11th-century stave church originally built at Hov, which was moved 500 meters north to higher ground due to poor soil conditions.
In 1814, Lesja Church served as an election venue for Norway's first national assembly, marking a significant moment in the country's constitutional development.
The church maintains its position as an active religious center within the Diocese of Hamar, offering regular services and community gatherings throughout the year.
The pulpit features intricate carvings by Jakob Klukstad from 1742-1745, transferred from the previous church structure to preserve its historical craftsmanship.
Location: Lesja
Inception: 1749
GPS coordinates: 62.11216,8.85395
Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:33
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