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Exploring Breathtaking Castles,
All Around the World
Feel like unravelling a mystery? Engaging in a little escapism? Or maybe you're planning an amazing family day out?
Goodrich, England.
From magnificent old ruins to modern fairytale designs, beautiful old castles have the power to catch anyone's imagination.
We've visited red-stone ruins hidden throughout rolling green England, Islamic fortresses lurking within the arid Spanish plains, and sea-splashed stone strongholds, guarding North Wales.
We love exploring castles. We want to share our enthusiasm for their magic - and to entertain you with amazing tales from the past. And, most of all, we want to inspire you to book your next trip to a castle!
Wishing you some amazing adventures,
Edd M
Elephant and Castle, London, UK (2012).
The Most Exciting New Articles on Our Site....
The Great Castles of England: Our Favourites and a Quick History
England's Castles (Goodrich).
Since 1066, England has been peppered with castles, built for defence and prestige.
We provide a lowdown of some of our favourite castles that we recommend you visit.
We've also put together a historical context of English castle building, and answer a common question: "Just how many castles are there in England?!"
Welsh Castles: Our Pick of the World Heritage Sites
Welsh Castles (Harlech).
North Wales has a truly stunning selection of world-class castles: many of these are UNESCO world heritage sites.
We explore the cream of the Welsh castles, and also explain a little of the history that lead Edward I to go on a castle-building spree.
Scotland Castles: Defensive Masterpieces North of the Border
Scotland Castles (Caerlaverock).
We explore some of Scotland's finest castles, and dig into the juicy history behind these impressive buildings.
Spanish castles: An incredible fusion of Moorish-European Architecture
Spanish Castles (Alhambra).
Spain's history make its castles truly unique. The Moors - Muslims from North Africa, who shaped Southern Spain in Medieval times - left an amazing architectural stamp upon the country.
We explore some of the greatest Spanish Castles. Thrse include Muslim fortresses - or Alcazars - and we also discover the magic of the Alhambra in Granada, Spain.
European Castles: A Pick of the Wonders of Europe
European Castles (Austria).
The first castles were built in Europe; and most of the world's great castles can still be found here.
We explore the history behind Europe's castles and dig into some particular countries - including the great castles of Austria.
