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Rock Church (Temppeliaukio Kirkko)

Lutherinkatu 3, Helsinki, Finland (Kampinmalmi)
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Ranked #3 of 126 attractions in Helsinki
Type: Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites, Churches/ Cathedrals
Description: Also known as "Church in the Rock," this modern church is carved from rock and has a stunning copper dome.
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Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

First, please know that this is a CHURCH. It is open for visitors, but it is not primarily a tourist attraction. It is used for worship by the faithful in the Helsinki area. If you're a camera buff, be prepared. Wide angle lenses will be best for you, in order to capture the beams and glass in the celiing, along... More

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rochester,new york
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

very intersting for a short visit,,,,,,,,be quiet its a church and take off your hat.......sometimes crowed on weekends..

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Very simple interior to church built into underground rock, but leads to feelings of serenity and peace. Just sit quietly, relax and enjoy the music.

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Newcastle, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Well, it is certainly a "different" type of church, but whether it is impressive is clearly a matter of taste. Great to have seen it, but no need to rush back a second time.

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Magog, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Not to be missed. Can be very busy but is a huge space. this church has been carved out of a rock wall and the acoustics are wonderful. If you have time climb up to the roof.

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San Francisco
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Enjoyed this interest building and placement for a church. It is one of the major tourist attractions of the city.

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Langtoft, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Easy enough to get to from the hop-on hop-off bus and well worth a visit. Not your typical church but impressive in it's simple design and carved from living rock

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Richmond, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

I managed to arrive in Helsinki for my lone day on a cold, rainy Monday. Everything seemed to be closed including the Pub Tram, so I hopped on and hopped off a bus and ended up at the Rock Church. There's a calmness to this church that's felt the minute you enter even with the man playing the organ. The... More

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Sunnyvale, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

This isn't your normal touristy church - it's carved out of a hillside of granite. The walls are solid rock and the roof is a stunning combo of window and copper cap. It is beautiful and the acoustics are incredible. Beautiful inside and easy to overlook when you're outside. Glad I saw it!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

It sounds corny: a church carved out of rock - but it is impressive and worth the visit. There was a pianist playing while I was there which added to the atmosphere.

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