Category: Castles and palaces

Trim Castle is Ireland's largest, most well-preserved, and most spectacular Anglo-Norman castle. Trim gets its name from the Irish Baile tha Troim, which means "Town of the Elder Trees Ford," implying that this was an important fording place on the Boyne River. Because of the importance of this crossing location,…

The Powder Tower Gate (Prašná brána), one of Prague's most evocative late-Gothic landmarks, was constructed to replace the original, deteriorating Horská Gate (modelled after the town of Kutná Hora) in the early 13th century. One of the most important routes into town came from Kutná Hora in Eastern Bohemia, and…

The Grand Palais in Paris is a stunning architectural masterpiece that has stood the test of time. Designed by three talented architects, Henri Deglane, Albert Louvet, and Albert Thomas, this iconic building was constructed for the Exposition Universelle in 1900. The Grand Palais showcases a harmonious blend of Beaux-Arts architecture…

Located on the banks of Loch Ness in Scotland, Urquhart Castle is a historic fortress that dates back to the 13th century. The castle has played a significant role in Scottish history, witnessing numerous battles and sieges over the centuries. Today, it stands as a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors…

Bavarian King Ludwig II began building Neuschwanstein Castle in 1869, but he died before it was finished. He admired mediaeval society and kingship and considered this structure as a symbol of such things.

The Palace of Fine Arts is an opulent neoclassical landmark, a fictitious palace encircled by a tranquil pond with snow-white swans. It's one of the most popular wedding photo locations in San Francisco, and it's been featured in a slew of fashion spreads and Instagram posts. The Romanesque structure was…