Church Cock of The Year Appointed in Sweden

Quote: “It’s a lovely cock," said Anna-Maria Larsson, the Parish Vicar, "We’re fortunate to have such a nice symbol on top of our old church.”

Among what was said to be stiff competition since the start of the 1930s restoration boom, the Old Church in Alnö, Sweden won 2008's Award.

(hmm, I thought only the Catholics did this...)

The Local - Swedish News in English

Photo: "Church", by Seda Ozmen

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