Grötlingbo Church, Medieval church in Grötlingbo, Sweden.
Grötlingbo Church is a medieval place of worship on Gotland featuring gothic architecture and a western tower. The interior is divided into three sections and supported by stone columns throughout.
The first written record dates to 1296, but archaeological research shows a stone structure existed at this site in the 12th century. The building became the spiritual center for this area over many centuries.
The southern facade displays carved panels with romanesque artwork showing animals, knights, and battle scenes from around 1200. These images reflect the religious art and craftsmanship that mattered to medieval people in this region.
The church sits in southern Gotland, roughly 56 kilometers from Visby and easy to reach by car. A cemetery lies directly beside it, and visitors can park nearby and walk freely around the grounds.
Inside sits a Renaissance pulpit originally made for Visby Cathedral that still bears the Danish coat of arms. This unusual detail hints at historical ties between Gotland and Denmark that visitors might not expect.
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