The Neuschwanstein castle has as much awesomeness as its history. On one part we see a medieval-style castle with neo-Gothic inspiration and Romanesque designs. But when you discover that it is the object of a person’s fantasies the whole story becomes more interesting. The foundation for the Neuschwanstein castle was laid by King Louis II …

In the world of castles, there is none as magical, and mesmerizing as Hogwarts castle. Its wonders are many; do we mention the high turrets with windows from which characters of the Harry Potter series eavesdropped; or do we analyze the vastness of its courtyards and fields where they played Quidditch? Perhaps the deep underground …

Today, castles are emblems of power, prestige, and history. They remind us of an era when peace was won by war, and a time when royalty depended on the ability to conquer more lands. In more contemporary times, diplomacy is elevated beyond the ability to conquer but in earlier times, powerful men took what they …

Let’s talk about castle foundations. Isn’t it incredible how these heavy buildings haven’t sunk into the ground after almost thousands of years? The next question that comes to mind is what kind of foundations are hidden beneath a castle, or do the castles actually have foundations?  Yes, castles have foundations. Most of the Castles have …

The smallest castle in the world is much smaller than the average person believes and located in an unusual part of the U.K. It’s intriguing!  The smallest castle in the world is called Molly’s Castle. The locals are also calling it “Molly’s lodge”. This castle is only 800 square feet of interior space smaller than …

There is nothing as exhilarating as visiting the most intriguing structures of the world. Castles are one of such, and whilst many are average, some castles measure up to thousand feet in height. So imagine a castle as tall as a skyscraper! The tallest castle in the world is the Prague Castle which dates back …

Who wouldn’t like to visit the most impenetrable castle in the world? The place where splendour and safety combine? Behind those strong walls, you can smell the history, security, and visible effects of multiple year-long sieges. The Strongest Castle in the world is the Edinburgh castle of Scotland. The Edinburgh Castle has a rich history …

Although ancestors built the most famous ancient castles between the year 1000 to 1500, European-style castles are traceable to the 9th century. Therefore, the history of castles in the USA is more recent. However, you might be curious to know whats the oldest castle in America? The oldest castle in the United States is Bacon’s …

How about a tour of the largest castle in Ireland? Many times, people think the greatest and best castles are in England. That is not correct; there are many unique and magnificent castles in Ireland that you can visit. The largest castle in Ireland is the Trim Castle. It measures 322 917 square feet (30 …

Remember the metallic gate with sharp pointed edges at Castle Black of Game of Thrones? They are called Portcullises, and it appears that they do not only have theatrical importance; most castles of medieval times had Portcullises. So the question is this: why do Castles have portcullises, and what is the history behind them?  Portcullises …