Top 10 Most Beautiful Castles in the World ✓

Most Beautiful Castles in the World

Amazing and Beautiful Historic Castles From Around The World

In the old days, there was nothing the rich and powerful could do to show off their wealth and influence than to build a castle. Whether it was intended for defense, or simply as a retreat, the castle was always an awesome and imposing sight. We’ve put together a list of the top 17 best castles in the world. Tell us what you think about it!

10 . Topkapı Palace

After the conquest of Constantinople, the Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II started to build Topkapi as a symbol of his power and glory. As the empire grew, the palace complex was also expanded, and it remained the official residence of the sultans for four hundred years. Overlooking the Bosphorous Strait, it remains as imposing now as it has ever been.

9. Stirling Castle

One of the largest, most important castles in Scotland, Stirling Castle sits on top of a rocky hill in central Scotland. Due to its location, surrounded on three sides by steep cliffs, it’s quite a formidable fortress. More than just a defensive structure, it has also served as a royal center for some of the Stewart kings, during which time most of the present buildings were constructed.

8. Eltz Castle

It’s obvious the Germans really had a knack for castle building – and another great example of this is Eltz Castle. It seems to have just grown out of the rock itself, in the middle of the forest, surrounded on three sides by the river. Remarkably, it is owned by the same noble family who built it over eight centuries ago.

7. Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world: having been built in the 11th century by William the Conqueror, it is today Queen Elizabeth’s favorite weekend home. Surrounded by gardens and woodlands, a visit to this beautiful medieval structure is a real trip back in time.

6. Chateau Chambord

Chambord is the largest chateau in the Loire Valley, a region legendary for its many beautiful castles. It is everything you would expect such a building would be: elegant and imposing, truly fit for a king.

5. Himeji Castle

Himeji is the largest and one of the most beautiful castles in Japan. Apart from its aesthetics, the way it is built is also a reminder that it was once a fortress meant to withstand enemy assaults, with its strong, fire resistant walls, multiple moats, weapon racks, hiding places and confusing design.

4. Edinburgh Castle

Few castles in the world mean so much to the city around them as Edinburgh Castle. It rises above the city dominating its skyline and greatly adding to Edinburgh’s historic vibe. Today, it’s the venue for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, an amazing event you must see if you’re ever in Scotland in August.

3. Versailles Palace

The most beautiful castle in all of France (which is already saying a lot). Versailles was built by Louis XIV, one of the most luxurious-minded monarchs in history, and by taking a stroll through its wonderful gardens, or through the magnificent Hall of Mirrors, you can see that his fame is well-deserved.

2. Malbork Castle

Another beautiful medieval fortress Europe seems to be full of, Malbork was built by the famed warriors of the Order of the Teutonic Knights as part of their conquest in what is now Poland. It is the largest castle in the world by surface area and the largest brick building in Europe – and in addition to this, its distinct reddish color makes it a truly unforgettable sight.

1. Neuschwanstein Castle

Build on top of a hill in Southern Bava Neuschwanstein is a truly remarkable citadel, built as a retreat by the reclusive king Ludwig of Bavaria in the second half of the 19th century. If it seems oddly familiar, it’s because it was the inspiration for the iconic Disney Sleeping Beauty Castle, upon which the Disney logo itself is based.

What else would you have liked to see on this the list? Tell us in the comments!

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