Haukipudas, 21km north of Oulu at a scenic spot along the Kiiminkijoki, is known for its beige church, one of Finland’s most notable ‘picture churches’. The interior is decorated with striking naive scenes painted in the 18th century and depicting biblical events, including a scary Day of Judgement. Outside, by the separate belfry, stands a wooden moustachioed vaivaisukko (pauper statue).
