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Pl. de la Pau

★ 5.0 12006 Castellón de la Plana, Castellón, Spain
Plaza de la Pau, also known as Plaza de la Paja, is a serene square nestled within the old Centro/Latina quarters of Madrid. This charming space exudes an ai...
Spain

Girne (Kyrenia) Castle

★ 4.9 88RC+JQG, Girne 99300
Kyrenia Castle, a formidable Venetian fortress, exudes an aura of timeless grandeur and historical significance. Its imposing stone walls house a twelfth-cen...
Kyrenia

Quinta da Regaleira

★ 4.8 R. Barbosa du Bocage 5, 2710-567 Sintra, Portugal
History and Significance A Glimpse into the Past Quinta da Regaleira isn’t just an estate; it’s a testament to the rich history and artistic expressio...
Portugal

Quinta da Regaleira

★ 4.8 R. Barbosa du Bocage 5, 2710-567 Sintra, Portugal
History and Significance Quinta da Regaleira was built in the late 19th century by the wealthy aristocrat António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro, who envisioned ...
Portugal

Paris-Jardins

★ 4.8 Cr d'Honneur du Château de Paris Jardins, 91210...
Description Ah, Paris-Jardins! What a delightful little secret tucked away in the heart of France. Now, I’m not one to throw around fancy words like &#...
France

Cuddalore Port Island

★ 4.8 PQGJ+RFX, E Coastal Rd, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu 6...
TN intends to build a greenfield port in Cuddalore – Maritime Gateway ## Cuddalore Port Island (Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu): what it is, where it sits, and ...
Cuddalore

Castle of Monsanto

★ 4.7 R. do Castelo 32, 6060-091 Monsanto, Portugal
History and Significance The Castle of Monsanto dates back to the 12th century, constructed during the era of the Christian reconquest against the Moors. Th...
Portugal

Dolmabahçe Palace

★ 4.7 Vişnezade, Dolmabahçe Cd., 34357 Beşiktaş/İstan...
Dolmabahçe Palace stands as a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the late Ottoman Empire. This majestic edifice, the largest palace in Turkey, spans a...
TR

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

★ 4.7 Schaumburg, IL
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament in Schaumburg offers guests a captivating journey to 11th-century Spain, blending history, drama, and culinary deligh...
Hanover Park

Castel Sant

★ 4.7 Lungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Let’s start with the basics, shall we? The Castel Sant’Angelo, also known as the Mausoleum of Hadrian, is perched majestically on the banks of th...
Italy

Bory Castle

★ 4.7 Székesfehérvár, Máriavölgy 54, 8000 Hungary
Bory Castle stands as a testament to one man’s artistic vision and enduring love. This 20th-century fantasy castle, created by Jenő Bory, is a captivat...
Hungary

Rumeli Fortress

★ 4.6 Rumeli Hisarı, Yahya Kemal Cd., 34470 Sarıyer/İ...
Perched on the European shores of the Bosphorus, Rumeli Fortress stands as a testament to Ottoman military ingenuity and the strategic importance of Istanbul...
TR

Chateau de Vincennes (keep)

★ 4.6 Av. de Paris, 94300 Vincennes, France
The Château de Vincennes stands as a formidable testament to France’s medieval past, its imposing silhouette a stark contrast to the modern Parisian sk...
France

Château de Breteuil

★ 4.6 78460 Choisel, France
Château de Breteuil stands as a captivating testament to France’s rich history, offering visitors a unique blend of aristocratic grandeur and fairy tal...
Choisel

Château de Chantilly

★ 4.6 60500 Chantilly, France
The Château de Chantilly, nestled in the picturesque town of Chantilly, France, is a testament to opulence and cultural heritage. Rebuilt after the Revolutio...
Chantilly

Longford Castle

★ 4.6 Longford Castle, Bodenham, Salisbury SP5 4ED, U...
History and Significance Longford Castle’s history dates back to the early 18th century when it was built by Sir Edward Bouverie in 1717. The estate h...
United Kingdom

Trapezitsa Fortress

★ 4.6 Trapezitsa, ul. "Trapezitsa", 5000 Veliko Tarno...
Trapezitsa Fortress, perched atop a commanding hill in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria, is a testament to the grandeur of the medieval era. This archaeological gem ...
Veliko Tarnovo

Kanina Castle

★ 4.6 CGVC+RHH, Kaninë, Albania
## Kanina Castle (Kalaja e Kaninës): the steep climb above Vlorë that actually earns its view Kanina Castle sits above the village of Kaninë, a short hop inl...
Vlore

Sforzesco Castle

★ 4.6 Piazza Castello, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
History and Significance The history of Sforzesco Castle dates back to the 15th century when Francesco Sforza, the Duke of Milan, commissioned it. Initially...
Italy

Castle De Haar

★ 4.6 Kasteellaan 1, 3455 RR Utrecht, Belanda
## Castle De Haar: How to Plan a Day at the Netherlands’ Most Luxurious Castle Castle De Haar (Kasteel de Haar) sits at Kasteellaan 1, 3455 RR near Utrecht, ...
Utrecht

Monrepos Lakeside Palace

★ 4.6 Seeschloss Monrepos, Schloss Monrepos, Monrepos...
History and Significance Monrepos Lakeside Palace was initially built as a hunting lodge for Duke Carl Eugen of Württemberg in the 18th century. This baroqu...
Germany

Istana Kuning

★ 4.6 Bandar Alor Setar, 05000 Alor Setar, Kedah, Mal...
Istana Kuning, Alor Setar Istana Kuning (literally “Yellow Palace”) is a royal building in central Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia—and one of those places that’s...
Alor Setar, Malaysia

Tamworth Castle

★ 4.6 Holloway, Tamworth B79 7NA, United Kingdom
History and Significance   Tamworth Castle has a captivating history that stretches back hundreds of years. Originally built as a motte-and-bailey cast...
United Kingdom

Castelo dos Mouros

★ 4.6 2710-405 Sintra, Portugal
History and Significance The Castelo dos Mouros dates back to the 8th and 9th centuries. Originally built by the Moors as a defensive fortress, it played a ...
Portugal
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