Europe's Most Stunning & Beautiful Castles
Why do travelers find castles to be so enticing? The incredible buildings not only bring our dreams of living out fairytales one step closer, but they also display some of the best architecture and breathtaking scenery in the world, along with perhaps a ghost story or two. Here are the most stunning & beautiful castles in Europe;
1. Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
Because it served as the model for Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle, Neuschwanstein Castle is not only one of the most stunning castles in Europe but also one of the most famous castles worldwide. Built in 1886 as a private retreat at the request of the reclusive King Ludwig II, this stately structure has elegant rooms and a clifftop setting. Today, it welcomes about 1.4 million people annually.
2. Peleș Castle, Romania
Constructed between 1873 and 1914, Peleș Castle is a Neo-Renaissance palace located in the Royal Domain of Sinaia in the Carpathian Mountains, close to Sinaia, in Prahova County, Romania. It is situated on a historic route that connects Transylvania and Wallachia. It was officially inaugurated in 1883. It was built for Romania's King Carol I.
3. Château de Chillon, Switzerland
If Château de Chillon appears familiar, it's because the Lake Geneva building served as the model for Prince Eric's palace in Disney's The Little Mermaid. (I apologize, Ariel. Mermaids from freshwater only.) Since the Bronze Age, the chateau has served as a stronghold, armament store, jail, and home for counts. Lord Byron romanticized the location in his poem "The Prisoner of Chillon," written in 1816, and day-trippers from Geneva continue to flock to this well-known historical monument. since the Swiss city is on the other side of the lake and is just roughly two hours away by automobile.
4. Alhambra Palace, Spain
Thanks in large part to the majestic Alhambra, which dominates the town's historic buildings and cobblestone streets from its hilltop elevation, Granada is one of Spain's most attractive cities. Built beginning in 1228, the Moorish palace complex is today one of Spain's most popular tourist destinations and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
5. Hohenzollern Castle, Germany
Perched on a 768-foot bluff in the Swabian Alps' foothills, this charming castle offers more than simply a pretty view. It is regarded as a remnant of military architecture from the 19th century because of its numerous towers and fortifications. It's most remarkable, maybe, on cloudy days when it rises above the mist like a real castle in the sky. When you go, explore on your own or join one of the guided tours (they become crowded). Within the castle is a charming beer garden that's ideal for a leisurely German-style nap.
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