25 of the world's most charming castles

The castle, in my mind, is like the beautiful and solemn fairy tale that appears, with many beautiful princesses living inside. Due to curiosity about castles, I have browsed through a lot of materials and learned about some castles that exist in reality. If you are interested, you can also come and learn more!

The peak period of castle construction was between 1066-1400 AD, and it was a product of the Middle Ages in Europe. At that time, European nobles constantly engaged in wars over land, food, population, and other resources. The intense warfare led to the nobles building increasingly large and numerous castles to defend their territories. Undoubtedly, the architects who built these castles can be called geniuses.

Lichtenstein Castle, Germany

The picturesque Lichtenstein Castle is located on a steep cliff overlooking the magnificent Ehatz Valley northwest of the Schwaben Mountains. This castle is one of the strongest in the late Middle World, resisting all enemy attacks, but gradually losing its strategic position over time. This castle with a long history has been destroyed twice, but fortunately, it has been rebuilt after each destruction.

 

The Holy Angel Castle in Rome, Italy

This solemn castle was built in 139 AD and was originally a tomb seen by Roman Emperor Hadrian for himself and his descendants. Centuries have passed, and Saint Angels Castle has also undergone some changes. It used to be a fortress of war, later became a prison, and finally transformed into a magnificent papal palace, now serving as the National Library. Standing on the highest platform of the castle, one can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the entire city of Rome.

 

Chillon Castle 

The Swiss castle of Siyong is widely known for being built on protruding rocks by Lake Lemon, resembling a castle floating on the lake.

Xiyong Castle was originally established as a military fortress to control the significant north-south passage and the small path between lakes and mountains in terms of military significance. Xiyong Castle itself is very beautiful and harmonious with the surrounding scenery. The obvious strength and sense of security are the characteristics of Xiyong Castle. The characteristic of Xiyong Castle lies in the natural scenery on all sides, with one side being the ancient Italian road and the other side being the beautiful Rhine Lake.

 

Ukrainian Crimean Bird's Nest Castle

The Bird's Nest Castle is located in southern Ukraine, situated on a 40 meter high Aurora Cliff and is the most famous cliff castle in Ukraine. Built between 1911 and 1912, it is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Ukraine.

The Bird's Nest Castle has become a symbol of the southern coast of Crimea and is the most popular tourist attraction in Crimea, with a view of the vast Black Sea. There is also a dedicated light deck on the castle, allowing visitors to better enjoy the endless Black Sea and the long coastline of Yalta.

 

? Bregama Castle, Slovenia

The Bregama Castle is located in the southwest of Slovenia. Built during the Renaissance, the unique feature of Bregama Castle is that it is neither located in a canyon nor on a mountain peak, but is embedded in a 1230 meter high limestone cave entrance.

 

Staffon Castle in the English Woodlands

Built in 1550, the Woodlands Stauffen Castle is located in the Scottish border area of England. In 1902, it was converted into a private residence by architect Edwin Lucerne. The charm of this castle lies in its ability to enter only when the tide is low, and the surrounding water blocks everything when the tide is high.

 

Chateau de Chambord 

Champagne Castle is the largest and most magnificent castle among all castles in the Loire Valley, with a history of over 500 years. It used to be the palace of the French king. The Loire River Champagne Castle is world-renowned for its beautiful and pleasant scenery.

 

Ch â teau Klaustein, Austria

Located 20 kilometers north of Vienna, situated at the top of a small mountain, it offers a panoramic view of the nearby countryside. In 1945, the castle was severely damaged, but it was later completely restored and is now a museum.

 

New Swan Stone Castle 

Built in 1869, it is one of the palaces of King Ludwig II of Bavaria and is the prototype of Disney Castle, also known as Snow White Castle. Due to the white castle standing on a high mountain surrounded by mountains and lakes, the scenery varies throughout the year.

 

Mont Saint Michel 

Located near Normandy, France, at an altitude of 88 meters, it is often surrounded by large sandbanks and only becomes an island during high tide. It is a famous historical site and Christian holy site in France.

 

Hohenzollern Castle, Germany

Together with Neuschwanstein Castle, it is known as the two major castles in southern Germany. Compared to Neuschwanstein Castle's fairytale like appearance, Hohenzollern Castle has an innate warrior like masculinity. There are six mausoleums on the outskirts of the castle, each with their own names, and they still stand firm today, documenting the glorious history of the Prussian dynasty.

 

Edinburgh Castle, UK

A famous cultural ancient city in Britain, nestled on the rolling volcanic ash and rocky cliffs, it was the center of European culture, art, philosophy, and science in the 18th century.

 

Swiss Castle of Thurn

Located on the hillside, from the castle, one can overlook the entire view of Toun. Built by the Duke of Chailingen, who built Bern in the late 12th century, it has significant historical significance as a transportation hub and is now a museum of history.

 

Victoria Hartley Castle

The Scottish style castle, nestled in the forest, was built by James Dansmer, the eldest son of the Dansmer family, in 1908. After a hundred years of transformation, the castle has now been converted into Royal Road University and its campus is open to the public.

 

Pena Castle, Portugal

The forest of Pena Castle is gloomy and lush, with stunning scenery. This area is characterized by undulating mountains, with palaces, castles, and villas nestled within this towering expanse of blue sky. The cultural landscape blends with natural scenery, and it is no wonder the poet Byron likened the town of Xintela to the Garden of Eden.

 

Czech Prague Castle

Prague Castle has a diverse range of architectural styles, from ancient Romanesque foundations to postmodern styles during wartime, with each era's style leaving more or less marks on the castle.

 

windsor castle 

Located in the southeast of England, it is currently the family castle of the Windsor dynasty of the British royal family and the largest inhabited castle in the world today. The historic Windsor Castle, which appears to have a medieval appearance on the surface, was actually created by Jeffrey Atwell in 1820.

 

Leeds Castle, UK

It is hard to imagine that this castle has a history of over a thousand years, and the entire castle is located in the center of a small lake with a beautiful river, appearing very elegant. It was once a country villa of the British royal family, beloved by the queens, and therefore known as the "Queen's Castle".

 

Warwick Castle 

Also known as Warwick Castle, located in Warwickshire, England, it is known as a model of medieval castles in England. In terms of scale, cost, and historical status, Warwick Castle can rival Windsor Castle.

 

Heidelberg Castle, Germany

Built in the 13th century, it took 400 years to complete and was once one of the largest castles in Europe. Through several expansions in history, a mixture of Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance styles was formed, which is a representative work of the German Renaissance period.

 

Alcazar de Segovia 

Located at the western end of the city of Segovia, the Segovia Castle is built on a cliff. Due to strategic considerations, it has an excellent view and an entrance with a moat over 10 meters deep to prevent enemies from entering the city. The blue roof is one of the characteristics of the castle.

 

Salzburg, Austria

Salzburg, also known as Salzburg, is located near the German border and is the hometown of the great composer Mozart. The beautiful scenery of the Alps and the rich and colorful architectural art blend seamlessly, making Salzburg one of the beautiful cities in the world and listed as a protected area for human civilization by the United Nations.

 

Brown Castle, Romania

Brown Castle, also known as Dracula Castle, is named after the famous novel Dracula written by author Stoke. The castle is located in an extremely dangerous terrain and is built on a small hill, backed by an insurmountable mountain. The most distinctive feature is its four corner towers.

 

Liechtenstein W á duz Castle

Built in the 12th century AD, it is the oldest residence of a royal family and a proud landmark for the people of Liechtenstein. Since 1938, the royal family has been residing at the Vaduz Castle in Liechtenstein.

 

Carlcassonne Castle, France

Located on the edge of the highlands on the east bank of the Ode River in France. Although it is located in a remote and secluded place, the castle is always bustling with traffic and visitors, especially attracting many ladies.