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The historic castle-studded valley with scenic drives and quaint villages - The picturesque Dordogne and Périgord is home to ...

I visited this beautiful castle in late summer of 2024 and the ... Himejijō has dominated the Harima plain since 1609. Considered the most complete surviving original Japanese fortress, it ...

In our opinion, these are the most beautiful castles in the world. Read on to see how we've ranked them... mediacolor's/Alamy The tiny European nation of Luxembourg is famous for its castles, and ...

Located in the picturesque village of Chenonceaux, the Château de Chenonceau, incorporating Renaissance and Gothic architecture, is one of the most beautiful castles in France. Often called “Ladies’ ...

Below, we highlight some of Germany's most stunning castles open to the public – just be sure to check the hours before your trip, as many have limited schedules or close entirely in the winter.

Bamburgh, one of Northumberland's crowning jewels, was named among the UK's "most beautiful" spots thanks to its award-winning castle and breathtaking beach. Formerly the heart of the ancient ...

Featuring everything from ancient stone circles to world-class museums and mighty castles, these photographs show the UK's historical places at their most beautiful.

The Neuschwanstein Castle, a 19th-century historicist palace in Bavaria, Germany, is renowned for its fairytale-like appearance and is considered one of the most beautiful castles in the world ...