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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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View of Castillo San Felipe de Barajas with Colombian flag and city skyline
  • 2025-04-10
  • 7 minutes read

Castillo San Felipe de Barajas Guide: Explore Cartagena’s Indomitable Fortress

Some castles whisper history. This one roars it. Standing atop San Lázaro Hill under the searing Caribbean sun, I found myself staring up at the colossal walls of Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, the greatest military fortress ever built by the Spanish in the Americas. It’s not just a pile of stones—it’s a monument to […]

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Aerial view of Castelo de Itaipava in Brazil, a Neo-Gothic castle surrounded by lush green hills and palm trees, lit up at dusk.
  • 2025-04-07
  • 7 minutes read

Castelo de Itaipava Guide: Exploring Brazil’s Fairytale Castle

I’ll be honest: when someone first told me there was a full-on medieval-style castle sitting in the green mountains near Rio de Janeiro, I thought they were joking. Brazil has beaches, jungles, samba, and fútbol—but Gothic stone towers? It didn’t compute. But then I visited Castelo de Itaipava myself, and now I get it. It’s […]

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Main entrance of Fort Jesus in Mombasa, Kenya, with a yellowed stone façade, historic cannons, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site plaque.
  • 2025-04-06
  • 6 minutes read

Fort Jesus Guide: Unveiling Mombasa’s Historic Coastal Fortress

There’s something electric about standing where centuries of footsteps have echoed before you. When I finally walked through the heavy stone gates of Fort Jesus, it felt like history reached out and grabbed my hand. The scent of salt and old stone hung in the air, and the sound of distant waves crashing against the […]

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Exterior view of Fasilides’ Palace at Fasil Ghebbi in Gondar, Ethiopia, featuring stone towers, crenelated walls, and wooden balconies under a bright sky.
  • 2025-04-05
  • 7 minutes read

Fasil Ghebbi: Exploring the Royal Fortress of Gondar, Ethiopia

When I first arrived in Gondar, Ethiopia, I didn’t expect to be so moved by stone and silence. The early morning mist clung to the hills, and through it, Fasil Ghebbi emerged like a mirage from another time. A local boy selling coffee on the street pointed and said, “King Fasil built that to touch […]

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Panoramic view of Mehrangarh Fort perched atop a rocky hill in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India, under a vibrant blue sky.
  • 2025-04-04
  • 8 minutes read

Mehrangarh Fort Guide: Explore Jodhpur’s Crown Jewel

Let me tell you about a place that stole my breath the moment I saw it. Towering high above the electric-blue rooftops of Jodhpur, Mehrangarh Fort isn’t just a monument—it’s an experience that grabs you by the soul and pulls you straight into the heart of Rajasthan’s royal past. It sits like a crown on […]

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Fairmont Le Château Frontenac overlooking Old Quebec and the St. Lawrence River on a cloudy day
  • 2025-04-02
  • 6 minutes read

Fairmont Le Château Frontenac: A Castle Hotel That Lives Up to the Hype

I’ve seen a lot of famous places on my travels, and sometimes they don’t live up to the photos. But then there are spots that completely exceed expectations—Fairmont Le Château Frontenac is one of those. When I first laid eyes on it from the Dufferin Terrace, perched high above the St. Lawrence River, it genuinely […]

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