Find out about its past, explore the medieval towers and take in the breath-taking views of the parklands and surrounding area from the battlements. You will be able to travel through time and discover the home of Welsh castle life, from medieval times to the twentieth century.The castle wa...
It is one of the 12 remaining castle towers. Standing in Shiroyama, the keep is clearly visible from the city center and is a symbol of Matsuyama City. I was in a dignified mood when I saw the castle tower against a white cloud from my hotel. From the foot, take a ropeway or lift...
Step into over 1,100 years of history at Warwick Castle. Climb the towers and explore the ramparts, discover fascinating facts about majestic birds of prey in our Winter Birds of Prey, and get lost in the Horrible Histories maze. With so much to discover, Warwick Castle promises an unforgett...
Gorgeous statues, ornate gardens, and crosses were replaced with crescents atop towers. The Turks neglected the castle entirely. It took 150 years and a massive 75-day bombardment by a united Christian force to recapture Buda from the Turks. The population of the castle was then only 300. Th...
Discover the castle's rich history through interactive exhibits and guided tours, and take in breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside from its towers. If you're arriving by air, the Isle of Man Airport is conveniently located a short drive away from The George Hotel. Situated on the...
The castle is set in over 500 acres of lush green parkland and is ideal for long relaxing strolls and picnics. Dating back to 1119, Leeds Castle has been altered, rebuilt and added to over the past 900 years. You'll find medieval gatehouses and Norman foundations, Tudor towers and a Gl...
who gained entry by undermining the south-east tower, using the fat from 40 pigs to set fire to the pit props. Today, visitors can see the rebuilt round tower, contrasting with the square towers of the original Norman castle. A model has been installed in the castle’s chapel showing how...
Discover windows where arrows were once fired, a tower that served as a lookout, and ruins that were once walked upon by knights. Once inside Bodiam Castle's ruined walls, there's lots to see and do. You could climb the steep spiral staircases to the top of the towers, take a seat ...
Remains of the east gate and east wall, which served as the foundation for the two towers can still be seen. The motte is located in the northeast corner of the castle. However, it does not possess extensive stonework due to relocation of the keep during the 12th century. ...
Start in the partly ruined medieval castle, characterized by its arched windows, round towers, solid stone walls and vaulted ceilings. It was built in four stages from 1050 to 1650 and passed between Wauthtier de Wiltz, Lord of Beaufort, the House of Orley and Maximilian of Austria, among ...