German Castles The Fairy-tale Castle of Württemberg – Lichtenstein Castle by Luke Franklin March 14, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 14, 2021 Lichtenstein Castle, also known as Schloss Lichtenstein, is a beautiful Gothic Revival castle situated in the Swabian Jura of southern Germany. Often referred to as the fairy-tale castle of Württemberg, …
German Castles The Untouched Miracle – Marksburg Castle by Luke Franklin March 14, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 14, 2021 The ever so dramatic, romantic, and untouched castle situated in Braubach is known as Marksburg Castle or more often, the Marksburg. It is significant within history not only because of …
German Castles The Castle of Ages – Hohenzollern Castle by Luke Franklin March 14, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 14, 2021 Sitting atop some breathtaking foothills in the Swabian Alps is the grand and enticing Hohenzollern Castle. It acts as the imperial seat of the House of Hohenzollern and is the …
German Castles A Masterpiece in The Mountains – Wernigerode Castle by Luke Franklin March 12, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 12, 2021 In this life, there are very few things that can truly take your breath away but standing in the midst of Wernigerode Castle is one thing that can do just …
English Castles Warwick Castle: The Citadel of a Kingmaker by Luke Franklin March 11, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 11, 2021 Warwick Castle, England is an ancient castle in Warwick, Warwickshire which traces its legacy back to fortifications of Anglo-Saxon heritage, developing alongside the hallmark of the Norman Conquest’s influence – …
Scottish Castles Dunrobin Castle by Luke Franklin March 11, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 11, 2021 The impressive chateau-style Dunrobin Castle in Sutherland overlooks the Moray Firth on the east coast of Scotland, just to the north of the small towns of Golspie and Dornoch. It …
Knights James Douglas: The great Scottish hero and The feared Knight by Luke Franklin March 10, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 10, 2021 James Douglas Sir James Douglas, aka the Black Douglas, is one of the most feared Scottish knights and trusted lieutenant of Robert Bruce. He is known for his valor and …
Welsh Castles Born Out of Bitter War – Caernarfon Castle by Luke Franklin March 8, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 8, 2021 Known as one of the greatest royal fortresses ever built in the Middle Ages, Caernarfon Castle in Wales is truly of significant historical value. Its lengthy history is driven by …
German Castles Schloss Braunfels– Beautiful Medieval Castle on top of a Rock by Luke Franklin March 7, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 7, 2021 When travelling to Braunfels Germany, it is impossible not to notice the marvelous architectural wonder that is the Braunfels Castle (Schloss Braunfels). Like a living fairytale world, Castle Braunfels mesmerizes …
Welsh Castles A Magnificent Medieval Fortress – Conwy Castle by Luke Franklin March 7, 2021 by Luke Franklin March 7, 2021 Conwy Castle in North Wales is a stunning medieval fortress that stands tall overlooking the lovely town of Conwy. Even after 700 years and many disastrous events, it remains in …
