European castles are some of the world’s most iconic and historically significant structures, many dating back to the Middle Ages. They were primarily built for defense against enemy invaders, housing ...

Europe has over 50,000 magnificent castles that offer a glimpse into a world of kings and queens. With imposing architecture and breathtaking settings, these castles are both historical wonders and ...

Austria is home to some of the most beautiful castles, which are set against the most picturesque landscapes. These castles ...

I spent a weekend in one of Europe's richest countries, home to more than 70 castles, a royal family, medieval houses, ...

Germany's Neushwanstein is a textbook-like example of 19th-century Romanticism. In 1869, King Ludwig began building his medieval fantasy on the hilltop not for defensive reasons, but because he liked ...

I spent a weekend in one of Europe's richest countries, home to more than 70 castles, a royal family, medieval houses, endless forests, and four Christmas markets.

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