Humans have long been fascinated and frightened by the beauty and power of our oceans – but some communities feel its force more than others. Here we take a look at historic villages that have fallen prey to the waves and current communities that are heading in the same direction, plus natural and man-made landmarks at risk from rising sea levels.

From England's Tintagel Castle to the Indonesian capital, click through this gallery to see the places around the world that have been – or about to be – swallowed by the sea...