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25. Graun Church Tower, Lake Resia, South Tyrol
This isn’t a church you can visit, as such – although when the lake is frozen, you can tiptoe over the ice to see what is still visible of it at closer range. Located in South Tyrol, the town of Graun has been submerged beneath Lake Resia since 1950, when a dam was built to generate electric power: the bell tower of the 14th century church can still be seen. Legend has it that the bells are still heard, despite the fact that these were removed before the flooding.
26.Santa Maria Assunta, Positano, Amalfi
Featuring a beautiful dome covered in majolica tiles, colored in shimmering yellow, green and blue, this church is a popular choice for couples dreaming up the perfect Italian seaside wedding. Most of the staircases up from Marina Grande Beach lead to its piazza; once you’ve admired its elegant facade and 18th century bell tower, go inside for its white and gold interiors and a look at the Byzantine icon of the Virgin, which is surrounded by legend and celebrated during an August festival.
