A Scottish archipelago may not be the first place you would expect to find an ornate Roman Catholic chapel.
However, those who venture to Orkney will be able to see the spectacular Italian Chapel with their own eyes. Situated on the small uninhabited island of Lamb Holm in Orkney, this unique building stands out among the rugged landscape of the island.
Perhaps the most interesting thing about the chapel is that it was all the work of Italian prisoners of war during World War Two. During the war, in 1942, 550 Italian prisoners were sent to Lamb Holm after being captured in North Africa.
