Nestled in the heart of the Italian Alps, a short two-hour drive from Venice, South Tyrol (or Alto Adige) is a beautiful region where medieval castles share cliffsides with terraced vineyards.

Hidden in the Italian countryside lies a majestic medieval castle, abandoned since the 19th century. Once a grand symbol of power, its halls now echo with mystery—crumbling walls, antique ...

According to the World Population Review, France has the highest number of castles in 2025, 45,000. Second is Italy with less ...