The best in the world

  • Home
  • Technics
  • Finance
  • Ratings
  • Cars
  • Movie
  • People
  • Home
    • Technics
    • Finance
    • Ratings
    • Cars
    • Movie
    • People

Home Ratings

The most beautiful castles in the world (Photo + Video)

Share
Pin
Tweet
Send
Share
Send

Castles cannot simply be called ancient structures for defense. It is a source of memories of the glorious past of countries, of historical events, beautiful legends and love stories. Centuries pass, and the majestic buildings continue to amaze people with the harsh beauty and unique architecture. If you make a rating of castles by beauty, then it will look like this.

  • Mont Saint Michel, France
  • Neuschwanstein, Germany
  • Hohensalzburg, Austria
  • Conwy, Wales, UK
  • Prague Castle, Czech Republic
  • Bran, Romania
  • Osaka Castle, Japan
  • Peles, Romania
  • Palace of Versailles, France
  • Chillon Castle, Switzerland

Mont Saint Michel, France

The small island of Saint-Michel is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is one of the most famous French attractions. The most beautiful castle is located high on a cliff. The upper spire of the fortress reaches 155.5 m above sea level.

Neuschwanstein, Germany

It was built for the King of Bavaria, Ludwig II. Currently, it is one of the most popular German attractions. The beauty of Neuschwanstein Castle gave him the opportunity to appear in films and cartoons more than once. The most beautiful castles in the world, and in particular, this option, inspired the famous composer Tchaikovsky to create Swan Lake.

Hohensalzburg, Austria

One of the largest medieval European castles. There is a fortress on Mount Festung (120 m). During its existence, Hohensalzburg was rebuilt and strengthened many times, over time it became an impregnable fortress. In the 19th century it was used as a warehouse, military barracks and a place for imprisonment.

Conwy, Wales, UK

This beautiful example of 13th century architecture was erected by order of King Edward I of England. He is surrounded by a stone wall with eight round towers. Now you can see only the walls of the structure, but even they look impressive. Conwy was heated by several huge fireplaces, the heat from one fireplace is equivalent to the work of several boilers of long burning.

Prague Castle, Czech Republic

This huge castle complex is located in Prague. It was erected in the middle of the 9th century. Prague Castle is not only beautiful, it is the largest of all the ancient castles. Now in Prague Castle - the residence of the Czech president.

Bran, Romania

Built in the 14th century by local peasants. They were exempted from taxes for construction. Belonged to local rulers, was a gift to Queen Mary of Edinburgh. Currently, this building is a national monument and a popular Romanian museum. The castle was especially famous thanks to the novel by Bram Stoker.

Osaka Castle, Japan

5 floors of the samurai palace were erected at the end of the 16th century. He became famous thanks to his important role in the history of the country. In 1614, the Tokugawa Shogun’s army of 200,000 warriors withstood the offensive. In the 17th century it was destroyed. It was rebuilt in the 20th century.

Peles, Romania

An unusual building in the neo-Renaissance style is located in the picturesque Romanian Carpathians. It was erected by order of Carol I at the end of the 19th century as a summer residence. Peles is now a national treasure.

Palace of Versailles, France

How, mentioning the most beautiful palaces, forget Versailles? This former residence of the French kings is located in the affluent suburbs of Paris. The complex began to be built in 1661, and completed - only in the last century. The architectural monument of world significance symbolizes the absolute monarchy.

Chillon Castle, Switzerland

Chillon is located on a rock, in the cleanest country in the world near the edge of Lake Geneva. In the 12th century, the residence of the Dukes of Savoy and a checkpoint on the strategically important road to the Saint-Bernan Pass. For a long time it was the only transport pass from Southern Europe to Northern.

Share
Pin
Tweet
Send
Share
Send

Watch the video: 10 Most Beautiful Lighthouses in the World - Travel Video (June 2025).

Similar Articles

The best hotels for families with children 2018
Tourism

The best hotels for families with children 2018

2020
Top 10 Lowest Actresses in Hollywood
People

Top 10 Lowest Actresses in Hollywood

2020
The most ancient animals among those living on Earth
Nature

The most ancient animals among those living on Earth

2020

Leave Your Comment

Recommended

Top 10 films about vampires and werewolves, a list of the best

Top 10 films about vampires and werewolves, a list of the best

2020
7 best natural remedies to increase female libido

7 best natural remedies to increase female libido

2020
The most anticipated new auto show in Los Angeles 2019

The most anticipated new auto show in Los Angeles 2019

2020
The richest women in the world 2019, Forbes rating

The richest women in the world 2019, Forbes rating

2020

Popular Categories

  • Food and drink
  • Articles
  • Cars
  • Games
  • Medicine
  • The most in the world
  • Coronavirus
  • Cities and countries
  • Technics
  • Favorite

Recent

The most popular types of wood flooring

Top Mobile Banks, Android App Ranking

Top 6 Tips for Choosing a PAMM Account for Investing

The safest cars in the world 2018, Euro NCAP

10 new smartphones in 2019, prices, photos, specifications

10 best charitable foundations 2020 from the richest Russians

Actual

Rating of children's camps near Moscow 2019
Ratings

Rating of children's camps near Moscow 2019

2020

Long before the summer holidays, many parents wonder what summer camp to send their children to. To help solve this difficult task, we have prepared a rating of children's camps in the suburbs of 2019. Institutions in it are ranked according to an independent assessment of the Moscow tourist ...

Jokowi supporters try to prevent anti-Jokowi activist from entering Batam

The most expensive graffiti (top 10)

2020
Jokowi supporters try to prevent anti-Jokowi activist from entering Batam

The largest collection of LEGO Star Wars (Lego Star Wars)

2020
Jokowi supporters try to prevent anti-Jokowi activist from entering Batam

TOP 10 of the best treats of Turkish cuisine

2020
Jokowi supporters try to prevent anti-Jokowi activist from entering Batam

Top 10 most venomous snakes in the world

2020

The best in the world

The best in the world.

Recent

  • Rating of the best hotels in Hurghada 2014
  • The very first movie in the world
  • 10 most fabulous cities in the world

Popular Categories

  • The most in the world
  • Nature
  • Ratings

© 2025 https://efuc.org

  • Games
  • Nature
  • Books
  • Coronavirus
  • Cities and countries
  • Technics
  • Medicine
  • Information and News
  • Articles
  • Technology Reviews and Tests

© 2025 https://efuc.org