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Top 10 Most Beautiful Castles in the World
1. Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
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The Neuschwanstein Castle was built on the top of a hill in the Bavarian Alps by King Ludwig II. That breathtaking castle is one of the most visited tourist destination in Europe - about 1.3 million people annually visit "the castle of the fairytale king". King Ludwig was a great admirer of Richard Wagner so that many ideas in the interior of that magnificent castle are inspired by Wagner's operas. Throne Room of Neuschwanstein was designed and made in the Byzantine style, like the hall, where the Holy Grail is kept. Secret signs and symbols can be seen throughout the palace, and many mythological scenes recreated in beautiful frescoes. That is certainly one of the most romantic and enchanting palace in the world. Imposing figure of this beautiful palace is selected to be a major part of the Walt Disney logo.
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2. Matsumoto Castle, Japan
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Matsumoto city is located in Nagano Prefecture on Honshu, the main island of Japan. This picturesque castle town is situated between the Japanese Alps and Utsukushigahara Heights (meaning "beautiful plateau"). Matsumoto Castle defined as a typical flatland castle is the oldest surviving Japanese structure. It consists of a main tower with five external levels and six internal storeys. Next to this enchanting main tower is a smaller one, which connects the main tower via a roofed passageway. The contrasting black lacquered and white plastered walls enhance what is undoubtedly one of Japans most breathtaking castles.
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3. Lichtenstein Castle, Germany
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Lichtenstein is a fantastic castle precariously perched high on the side of a cliff near Honau in the Swabian Alps, Baden-Wurttemberg in Germany. It was built between 1840 and 1842 by Count Wilhelm of Württemberg. Wilhelm was inspired by a novel popular at the time called Lichtenstein, a romantic portrayal of the region's chivalric warriors in the Middle Ages. The castle is famous for its large collection of historic weapons, armor and treasures. And although it is situated on quite a pristine place - nowadays the castle is a popular spot for weddings.
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4. Castle de Haar, Netherlands
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De Haar Castle is probably one of the most visited castles in the Netherlands. This marvellous castle was built from 1892 till 1912 on the remains of the large 15th century original castle ruins. The castles interior is decorated with unique antiques that had been collected from all over the world. The palace is surrounded by an impressive park that spreads a few kilometers on the western side. A visit to De Haar is a journey to a different magical world.
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5. Kilkenny Castle, Ireland
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The castle stands impressively on the strategic level, which opens a view to passing Nord River. The building of the castle is considered to be one of the most precious buildings in Ireland. The first stone castle built on the place of today's castle was built by William the Earl Marshall, who finished his palace in 1213. The palace was a plain square structure, with a watchtower on each side. Three of these four towers we can see even today. Today the Kilkenny Castle and the magnificent gardens and woodlands around it are open to the public to enjoy them.
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6. Peles Castle, Romania
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Peles Castle is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful castles in all Europe. It was the final resting place for several Romanian monarchs including King Carol I, who died there in 1914. The castle was built in wood, stone, bricks and marble and has more than 160 rooms. It hosts a museum with stunning collections of paintings, sculptures, armor and furniture of inestimable value. Peles is surrounded by seven terraces decorated with statues, ornamental vases and Carrara marble. Peles owes its impressive and unique look to its many wooden ornaments decorating both the exterior and interior rooms.
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7. Hluboka Castle, Czech Republic
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Hluboka castle is an excellent example of regal royal castle from medieval times. The chateau of Hluboka was originally founded as a guarding castle in the middle of the 13th century by the Kings of Bohemia. In the Middle Ages the fortress was an aristocratic title and subject of the royal administration. The most precious thing in Hluboka is the furniture and today it can be seen in the so-called "Morning guest" whose interior is tastefully decorated with hand-painted Chinese vases from the 18th century. Noble interior is complemented by beautiful chandeliers and ornate windows from the late Renaissance. Today the castle is a museum, in which besides the beautiful furniture, paintings and art masterpieces can be examined also exquisite Gothic paintings and statues.
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8. Burg Eltz, Germany
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Burg Eltz is a palace standing proudly in a beautiful wild valley - the valley of the Moselle River. Surrounded on three sides by the river, it is one of the finest castles in Germany. Here the climate is divinely soft and the scenery is constantly changing, thanks to the amazingly beautiful and diverse nature. The castle Eltz definitely can offer you a lot to see. Visitors here can enjoy incredible collections of weapons, armor and stunning exhibition of medieval art, most of them dating from the period between 12 and 18 century. The place is really enchanting and looks like a part of a fairy tale about princes, princesses and carriages.
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9. Saumur Castle, France
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Saumur Castle is a typical medieval Gothic palace. With his gray towers Saumur dominates the valley of the Loire in western France. Saumur Castle is part of the French town with the same name. It dates from the distant 10th century, but in a form that it has reached our days, the palace was built by the English King Henry II in the late 12th century. There you can visit the museum of decorative arts, which offers wonderful exhibits of authentic and alabaster carvings, tapestries, furniture, paintings, jewelry and French porcelain. In Saumur you can also visit the Museum of the horse, which tells the story of these animals over the centuries and in different countries. Be sure to climb the tower of Guet of Saumur and catch your breath looking down the magnificent view of the Loire Valley.
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10. Bojnice Castle, Slovakia
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Bojnice Castle is an attractive medieval castle, located on the territory of Slovakia. That is one of the oldest, most valuable and remarkable Slovak castles. It is especially impressive thanks to its architecture, reminiscent of pyramid-shaped and round towers. Today in the castle Bojnitce, which is considered by many to be one of the historical characters of Slovakia, are organized various historical and art exhibitions. One of the biggest attractions for visitors is the chance to take part in hunting accompanied by falcons. Hunting with falcons is practiced in these places for centuries. Every year in the romantic atmosphere of the castle Bojnitce, a number of festivals take place the most interesting and attractive of which are international festival of ghosts and spirits as well as traditional summer music festival.