The timeless majesty of Europe’s castles
Windsor Castle England
Lovely Windsor Castle is The Queen’s home away from home in the United Kingdom and was also where Harry and Meghan were married. Just over 25 miles west of London and easily reached by train on a 35-minute journey
Neuschwanstein Castle Germany
This 19th-century castle sits above the village of Hohenschwangau in the southwest Bavarian area of Germany. This German castle is perhaps best known as being the inspiration for the castle in Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty.
Beautiful Sintra is a hilltop town only 45 minutes from Lisbon. The Pena Palace of Sintra is a stunning romantic castle, as well as a UNESCO World heritage site. The castle sits at the top of the town and looks down over Sintra.
Palace of the Grand Master of Knights
The Palace of the Grand Master, the administrative center of the Order of the Knights of Saint John, is probably the most significant monument in the medieval history of Rhodes and its occupation by the Knights. It was restored during the Italian occupation (the 1930s) with its first floor boasting a remarkable collection of mosaic floors from the island’s monuments and a collection of medieval furniture, while on the ground floor, the two permanent exhibitions offer valuable insights into the history of the city of Rhodes, from its founding in 408 BC until its conquest by the Ottomans in 1522.
Edinburgh Castle Scotland
There can be few castles in the world as magnificent as Edinburgh castle! It perches literally on the top of Edinburgh on Castle Rock. Today, Edinburgh Castle is the most popular paid tourist attraction in Scotland and the second most popular paid attraction in the United Kingdom with over 2.2 million visitors.
Alcázar de Toledo, Spain
Alcázar de Toledo is a large stone fortification that resides on the highest point in the city. The original construction of the palace began in 1531. The fortress’ ideal positioning allows you to capture beautiful pictures of Toledo and the surrounding area effortlessly. The interior has been wonderfully restored and houses a Spanish army museum.
All those majestic castles of Europe travel us back in time and bring us closer to past cultures and civilizations, connecting us with our heritage. Exploration awaits!
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