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20 of the World’s Most Beautiful Castles - History Hit A fairytale castle built for an introverted and reclusive king, Neuschwanstein Castle is an idyllic mountainous escape Rather than being a copy of any specific medieval castle, Neuschwanstein combines many different architectural and decorative motifs, culminating in this beautiful, idealistic and extravagant monument to ‘Mad’ King Ludwig
List of castles in the United States - Wikipedia They are primarily country houses, follies, or other types of buildings built to give the appearance of a castle They are usually designed in the Gothic Revival, Châteauesque, Romanesque Revival, Scots Baronial or Tudor Revival styles Some, however, are actual fortifications This list includes items in many states
Top 50 Most Famous Castles In The World - Discover Walks Castles are some of the most iconic and romantic structures in the world These magnificent buildings were built for a variety of reasons, including defense, status, and luxury, and were used as military strongholds, royal residences, and even places of worship
Top 20 most beautiful castles in the World The Gravensteen is a castle in Ghent originating from the Middle Ages It was built in 1180 by count Philip of Alsace and was modeled after the crusaders castles that Philip of Alsace encountered while he participated in the second crusade
Castles: Architecture, History, Sustainability, Materials And Typical . . . Castles are fortified structures built in Europe and Asia from the Middle Ages to the Early Modern Period They served as residences, military bases, administrative centers, and symbols of power for nobles, kings, and lords Castles vary in size, shape, and design, depending on their builders’ geography, culture, technology, and purpose
38 Most Beautiful Castles You Can Visit In The United States The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, is a sprawling French Renaissance mansion nestled amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains Built by George Washington Vanderbilt II, this castle-like estate boasts 250 rooms, including a library, indoor pool, and winery
8 Different Types of Castles Explained (Photos Included) Castles can be found in many regions and many styles around the world But, the European-style ones are possibly the most well-known They were common, particularly during the Middle Ages In this article, we'll go over many types of castles from ancient time till now A castle was essentially a fortified private home for the noble class, like kings and lords Castles can be found in many
World’s most beautiful castles - CNN From the fairytale towers of Bavaria’s Neuschwanstein to the golden battlements of Jaipur’s Amber Fortress in India, these are some of the most beautiful castles around the world