Imatra

Church of Three Crosses

UNESCO World Heritage

Church of Three Crosses is part of the Aalto Works series, a collection of thirteen sites designed by Alvar, Aino and Elissa Aalto and inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

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Architecture of the Church

Church of Three Crosses website

The Church of Three Crosses marks an innovation in religious architectural modernism. The building gets its value from the unique combination of natural light, modifiable spatial layout, and forested environment. The church’s architecture embodies the dialogue between spirituality and nature.

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Photos: Maija Holma © Alvar Aalto Foundation, Pertti Ingervo © Alvar Aalto Foundation.

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