Step into the world of castles with the latest discoveries, festivals, and immersive experiences that brought history alive this week. From Baroque feasts in Czechia to rock legends in Warwick, here’s what made headlines. ✨ Opening Spotlight Czechia’s Enchanting Castle & Chateau NightOn August 23, Uherčice Chateau became the epicenter of Czechia’s heritage celebrations, spotlighting […]
✨ Opening Spotlight Norwich Castle Keep Reopens in Spectacular StyleOn August 13, Norwich Castle Keep opened its doors after a £27.5 million transformation — and it feels like stepping back into the Norman world. For the first time, visitors can glide up by lift through all five floors, climb to rooftop views, and wander halls […]
Built atop windswept cliffs or rising from the misty waters of tidal seas, coastal castles have long had a heady sense of drama. Constructed as formidable front-line defenders, they keep watch over vital shipping lanes, harbors, coastal towns, and kingdoms. From the tidal island castle of Mont-Saint-Michel in Normandy to the Caribbean fortress of El […]
I didn’t come to Segovia for a castle. In fact, the Alcázar was an afterthought—something I’d scribbled on my travel list in the margins, just in case I had time between coffee breaks and wandering the old Jewish quarter. But there’s a moment, halfway through a lazy afternoon, when you round a corner and suddenly […]
After two years behind scaffolding and stone dust, one of Britain’s most majestic fortresses is ready to dazzle again. Caerphilly Castle, the largest castle in Wales, officially reopens to the public on 19 July 2025 — and it’s never looked better. If you’ve ever wandered past Caerphilly Castle’s iconic leaning tower and dreamt of stepping […]
Historic moment in Bavaria! On 12 July 2025, UNESCO officially inscribed the Palaces of King Ludwig II of Bavaria on its World Heritage list. This stunning recognition includes Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, Herrenchiemsee, and the lesser-known King’s House on Schachen, all built between 1864–1886. ✨ Four Romantic Masterpieces in the Alpine Landscape These palaces—often referred to as […]
I’ll be honest—I didn’t expect much the first time I rolled into Bojnice. I’d seen the castle on postcards, sure, but in real life? It’s stranger. Prettier, too. There’s a moment—just before you round the last curve and hit the town center—when those greenish spires seem to float above the rooftops. That morning, I actually […]
After five years of careful restoration and a £13 million investment, one of England’s most iconic Norman fortresses is set to reopen its doors to visitors on 7 August 2025 — and it’s more dazzling than ever. This summer, Norwich Castle unveils its newly refurbished interior, marking the completion of a long‑awaited project that breathes […]
It’s not every day Windsor Castle plays host to a full state visit — but last week, Britain’s most historic royal residence once again took center stage in grand fashion. From July 8–10, King Charles III welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron to the United Kingdom for a state visit steeped […]
If you’ve ever wondered whether castles in Spain live up to the stories—well, let me tell you, they don’t just live up to them. They knock them sideways. My first real Spanish castle wasn’t planned. I was somewhere in Castilla y León, running late and nearly out of gas, when I crested a hill at […]
