Miramare Castle in Trieste, Italy – Pride doesn’t fade with the mere passage of time. Hapsburg’s Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian felt he should have a prime residence that showcased his rank. He chose the outlying area of Trieste; a parcel that faced the ocean with a grand garden surrounding the property. The Grignano promontory, an outcropping …
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Fenton Tower – North Berwick, Scotland
To fend off potential attacks, the location chosen for Fenton Tower afforded the nobility a view in every direction – hidden from the elements on a hillside known as Kingston Hill. Kingston Hill has been the site of a fortified watch tower since the first millennia. One of the earliest chapels of Christianity in Scotland …
Top 4 Castles to Visit on Your Vacation to Wales
A vacation in Wales is the place to be if you’re in love with castles and royal history. The natural drama of this land offers over 600 castles amid a backdrop of pristine landscapes. Caldicot Castle No matter where you stand outside this immense castle, you’re sure to be able to capture an Instagram-worthy photo …
European Castles
Whether you are drawn to castles because of their sinister exteriors or you are a fan because of the romantic fairy tales you heard as a child, a visit to one of these European Castles will more than meet your expectations of what a castle should be. Come explore a slice of an ancient time …