Pyhän Laurin lähde

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The spring of the Holy Laurentius. In ealier times this was on offerspring to tavastian pagans, which adored Taara -named god. In the neigbourhood is plenty of iron age graves and offerstones with cups. Janakkala village was named Tarinmaa after the god Taara.
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Coordinates:   60°53'23"N   24°35'46"E

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  • Better English! "The spring of Saint Lawrence. In earlier times this was on offerspring to tavastian pagans, who worshipped the goddess Taara. In the neigbourhood there are many iron age graves and offerstones with cups. Janakkala village was named Tarinmaa after Taara.
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