UNESCO WHCCulturalInscribed 1991
Old Rauma
Overview
Situated on the Gulf of Botnia, Rauma is one of the oldest harbours in Finland. Built around a Franciscan monastery, where the mid-15th-century Holy Cross Church still stands, it is an outstanding example of an old Nordic city constructed in wood. Although ravaged by fire in the late 17th century, it has preserved its ancient vernacular architectural heritage.
About Old Rauma
Old Rauma is the wooden centre of the town of Rauma, Finland. It was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1991 because of its unique wooden architecture and its well-preserved medieval town layout. It is one of the only medieval towns in Finland.
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Details
- Countries
- Finland
- ISO Codes
- FI
- Area
- 29 ha
- Coordinates
- 61.1281, 21.5117
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