Italian Chapel
On the Orkney islands, there is a Nissan hut, which was converted by the Italian prisoners or war into a chapel for themselves. Every piece of the altar, including the brick detail at the side is painted. It is truly a remarkable piece of work.
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NordicBlackbird
Oh myyy, great capture, K!!! :)))
love the tilted angle, compo and light!
kalaryder replied
Thanks Nat, have you seen this inside, it is quite amazing.
NordicBlackbird
Oh yes! and photographed it too!
it is an amazing place and a beautiful work of art considering the construction circumstances, time, materials and those men have achieved a very humane wonder out of their own condition there… I think the Italian Chapel is an hymn to love in a very sombre time. A hymn to humanity. :))
Tom Gomez
wonderful capture. This small and very unusual chapel has been preserved for all time and will continue to be an inspiration to all who view it. Have a look at The Italian Chapel on Undiscovered Scotland for the history.
kalaryder
Will do Tom and thanks for the information
Jeff Palm Phot...
nice image!
kalaryder replied
Thank you. If on the Orkneys at any time, this is a must to see.
Jared D White
Great perspective
kalaryder replied
Thank you