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Löwenburg Castle in Kassel, Germany, framed by early spring foliage and soft sunset light, showcasing its Romantic-style turrets and towers.
  • 2025-05-06
  • 19 minutes read

25 Best Castles to Visit in Europe: Iconic & Hidden Gems

I’ve always had a thing for castles. As a kid, they were the backdrop to every adventure I imagined—knights, dragons, secret rooms, and tapestries that hid escape tunnels. As an adult, that obsession never really went away. I just swapped out plastic swords for train tickets. Over the years, I’ve wandered through foggy fortresses in […]

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Eltz Castle surrounded by lush forest, showcasing medieval architecture in Germany
  • 2025-05-02
  • 7 minutes read

Eltz Castle: Germany’s Hidden Fairytale Fortress in the Forest

The first time I saw a photo of Eltz Castle, I actually thought it was fake. It looked too perfect—like a CGI rendering from a fantasy film. There it was, perched on a forested hill, wrapped in morning mist, with towers shooting into the sky like something straight out of a Tolkien novel. Honestly, it […]

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Aerial view of Pena Palace in Sintra, surrounded by lush forest and vibrant colors.
  • 2025-04-27
  • 23 minutes read

The 25 Most Famous Castles in the World: Iconic Fortresses You Must See

For centuries, the ideas and, even more so, the ideals symbolized by castles and embodied in them have been a catalyst for captivating imaginations. The very concept of a castle, for many—including me, I must confess—is inextricably linked with power (especially political and military), romance, mystery, and history. Most of us can point to at […]

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Buda Castle in Budapest under dramatic sky and sunlight, iconic historic landmark above the Danube River.
  • 2025-04-24
  • 6 minutes read

Buda Castle: A Timeless Treasure in the Heart of Budapest

Standing proudly over the Danube, Buda Castle is one of those places that completely pulls you in. If you’ve ever wandered through a European capital wondering what stories its buildings could tell, this is the place where you actually get some answers. Part medieval fortress, part royal palace, and part cultural hub, it has weathered […]

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Reflection of Schönbrunn Palace in a still fountain pool with classical statues in the foreground, capturing the Baroque architecture at twilight.
  • 2025-04-20
  • 15 minutes read

Schönbrunn Palace: Exploring Austria’s Imperial Jewel

When I first got to Schönbrunn Palace, I’ll be honest—I was mostly just trying to avoid the midday crowds. I had seen photos, read about the Habsburgs, but didn’t really know what to expect. It’s one of those places that’s so famous, you almost assume it can’t surprise you. Then I walked into the courtyard. […]

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Aerial view of the Palace of Versailles and its symmetrical gardens stretching toward the Grand Canal, showcasing the scale and design of the Baroque masterpiece.
  • 2025-04-19
  • 7 minutes read

Palace of Versailles Guide: Explore France’s Royal Masterpiece

I still remember the first time I caught a glimpse of the Palace of Versailles. The soft splash of fountains echoed in the distance, and the air smelled faintly of roses and gravel warmed by the sun. It was early morning, and the sun hit those golden gates just right—it felt like I had stepped […]

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La Mothe-Chandeniers castle surrounded by water and trees under a bright blue sky
  • 2025-04-15
  • 21 minutes read

La Mothe-Chandeniers: Explore France’s Romantic Ruined Castle

I have to admit, I never expected a castle to leave me lost for words. But the first time I set eyes on La Mothe-Chandeniers, I stood frozen at the edge of the old moat, half convinced I’d stumbled onto a movie set left behind by a crew who’d packed up and forgotten to yell […]

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Aerial view of Malbork Castle in Poland, showcasing its massive red-brick Gothic architecture, defensive walls, and riverside location along the Nogat River.
  • 2025-04-14
  • 7 minutes read

Malbork Castle Guide: Explore Poland’s Gothic Masterpiece

You know that feeling when you stand in front of something so massive, so ancient, and so meticulously crafted that you’re not sure whether to be amazed or just speechless? That’s exactly how I felt the first time I laid eyes on Malbork Castle. Towering over the sleepy Nogat River in northern Poland, this red-brick behemoth […]

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Paronella Park Castle surrounded by lush green rainforest in Australia
  • 2025-04-13
  • 7 minutes read

Paronella Park Castle Guide: Visit Australia’s Magical Rainforest Gem

When I first heard about a castle nestled in the rainforests of tropical North Queensland, I thought someone was pulling my leg. A Spanish-style castle? In Australia? Next to a roaring waterfall? It sounded more like a fantasy scene from a novel than a place you could actually visit. But Paronella Park Castle is very […]

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Aerial view of Larnach Castle surrounded by lush gardens and overlooking the Otago Peninsula and harbor in Dunedin, New Zealand.
  • 2025-04-11
  • 8 minutes read

Larnach Castle Guide: Explore New Zealand’s Only True Castle

When I was planning my trip to New Zealand, I wasn’t expecting to find a castle. Mountains, yes. Sheep, absolutely. But a full-on, turreted, Gothic-revival mansion? That caught me off guard. Then I stumbled across Larnach Castle, perched high on the Otago Peninsula near Dunedin, and I knew I had to go. This isn’t just […]

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