Church of the Three Crosses

Alvar Aalto church in Vuoksenniska, famous for its sculptural white interior and three crosses.

The Church of the Three Crosses is Imatra's major architectural sight, designed by Alvar Aalto for the Vuoksenniska district. From outside it is restrained and white; inside, the light, asymmetry, and three plain altar crosses do the work.

It is north of central Imatra, so it needs a deliberate trip rather than a casual stroll from the rapids. For anyone interested in Finnish modernism, it is worth that effort.

things to do architecture church