Mar 17, 2025 · Castles are a staple of world history, particularly European history, as several of them still stand today. The earliest parts of these ancient castles were built as fortresses to …

It is not a list of every castle ever built in England, many of which have vanished without trace, but is primarily a list of buildings and remains that have survived. In almost every case the …

Read on for 12 of the best-preserved and historically-important castles in Britain. The Tower of London viewed from the Thames. Wikimedia Commons. No castle demonstrates the castle’s …

Jul 15, 2024 · Like something straight out of a fairytale, these magnificent castles have stood the test of time – from wars and famines, to floods and earthquakes – and are still standing today. …

Nov 24, 2020 · Discover the most impeccably preserved and incredibly ornate castles around the world, from Germany's picturesque Neuschwanstein Castle to France's towering Mont Saint …

Feb 11, 2022 · And England has many castles to visit. Ranging from those that are still lived in (and not open to the public), to those that have barely left a trace. Here we introduce some of …

Jan 30, 2025 · These medieval castles are not only still standing, they remain private residences (at least in part) to families that can trace their lineage back through the centuries. One of …

Jan 12, 2018 · Here are 15 breathtaking castles that have stayed in use into the modern era! Constructed in 1096 in the county of Northumberland, Alnwick is the second largest inhabited …

Intact Norman Castle and mansion house. Standing guard over the Eden Valley since Norman times, the castle was once owned by the Kings of England. Built when King William II took …

Jan 29, 2025 · Are you a castle lover heading to England? Here's my guide to the 28 best castles in England. England is the perfect place for castle stalking. The country is blessed with scores …