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Orkney’s Italian Chapel

August 17, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

A labour of love, exquisite artistic skill and craftsmanship transformed World War II nissen huts into a stunning Italian chapel on the isle of Lambholm. The distinct white and red facade of the … [Read more...]

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Orkney’s Italian Chapel

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