Olav's Kirke in Bamble & Høyjord Stavkirke in Andebu

















Traveling to Zone Conference we had the opportunity to visit a few of the older churches.   Olav's Kirke and Høyjord Stave Kirke

Olav's Kirke (newer church built partially from the ruins of the old church - we didn't get the opportunity to spend much time here and see the ruins of the original church due to time constraints and they were preparing for a funeral - maybe another time.) . The ruins are situated northeast of the newer Bamble Church (Bamble kirke) which was completed during 1845. Bamble Church was constructed in part with stone from the ruins.


Sister Cook loves all the intricate doors on the old churches.
























Høyjord Stavkirke located in Andebu just outside of Tønsberg











Høyjord stave church (Høyjord Stavkyrkje) is a stave church situated at the village of Høyjord in the municipality of Andebu in Vestfold county, Norway.

Høyjord stave church
The church was built in the end of the 11th century. The church was later removed once and rebuilt. Last reconstruction was completed between 1948-53 at which time major changes were made and the church received the design it has today. The church is also the only stave church which is left in the county of Vestfold. The church is one of two preserved churches having a pillar or post in the middle. In addition to this central post there are 12 staves, all of which supports the building. Each stave has a unique design.








The surrounding countryside is so beautiful



always nice to see the rain won't last forever.

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