That, and the fact that it is embedded in a beautiful quarter, with narrow streets, in my favorite city in the world. I can’t separate in my imagination the church itself from its setting.

Here, AD journeys around the world to bring you a collection of the most beautiful churches. Think spires reaching into the heavens, light-drenched spaces, and tributes to traditional craftsmanship.

To see some of the most beautiful churches in the world, take a look at the gallery and be amazed by these fantastic feats of architecture. You may also like: Surprising facts about all 46 US ...