Castles

If you're looking for fairytale castles, you'll see them everywhere in the Czech Republic. Travel the country roads, through meadows, woodland and forests to discover some of the most stunning castles in Europe. Many Czech castles have a Disney-like feel and are enchanting to see. The country's castles tell the...

England is well-known for its rich royal history, forts, palaces and castles. Its capital city, London, is no different. While this densely packed city has only a few castles and palaces, numerous others lie close by, making it a perfect location for a historical day trip or weekend away....

Sweden is famous for having a medieval charm that wraps itself around you, both in Swedish cities and the countryside. The stately castles of Sweden played a significant role in preserving the power and honour of the country and are impressive architectural structures. Sweden's monarchy is one of the...

When it comes to palaces and castles, Poland is probably not the first place you think of, so most people are pleasantly surprised. But, like many of its European neighbours, Poland has a history filled with royalty, crusaders and nobility. Some Polish castles were built by the Teutonic Order, a...

While exploring Japan, there is an impressive range of attractions that tourists look forward to. Of course, most people are interested in Japanese cuisine, pop culture, and temples, but one of the most underrated attractions are Japan's castles. In James Clavell's novel Shogun, castles in Japan played a huge part...

Norway is a destination with several layers of character, both historical and architectural. Mansions, fortresses and castles established between the 13th and 20th centuries stand as symbols of this country's courage and bold spirit. Travel to the most charming and picturesque castles in Norway and explore impressive architecture. Here...