The six table-sized soapstone boulders contain hundreds of symbols carved or pecked into their surface.
It is reputed to have the largest collection of soapstone images in the world.
A decorative cast-iron balustrade with lantern-style newel posts encases soapstone treads.
The baptismal font is of soapstone and dated 1200-1300 century.
Soapstone handicraft items are a popular souvenir among tourists, and can be found in many shops in the town centre and street fairs.
Gradually the soapstone production declined until it reached the current level.
The church is constructed mainly in soapstone, the oldest parts being built of the highest quality soapstone.
They carved bowls out of soapstone found in the area.
