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- Once Upon A Time In The 13th Century!
We have a lot to see in the city of Olomouc, but yesterday we decided to head into the surrounding countryside for a day at Bouzov Castle, only about 35 kms (22 miles) away. They were having a special day at the castle, where everyone is dressed up in...
- The Ruins Of Boskovice Castle
In yesterday's post, we showed a picture of a what looked like a castle way in the distance. So we figured out how to hike to the castle and we set off around 10:00am. Click here to read more......
- Continuation, Germany 1992
I think I have solved the problem of quality with the scanned photos, so I will try a short post and include more pictures. I can only remember (and reognize) a few of the places we went, and the first is Neuschwanstein, King Ludwig's castle. I believe...
- 10 Most Magical Castles In Europe
Perhaps the most famous castles of all are the ones that never existed, like Cinderella or Sleeping Beauty's castles. Yet, our imagination is rooted in reality, and the fairy tale castles we all know and love have been inspired from real castles,...
- Thornbury Castle-hotel, Walking In The Footsteps Of The Tudors
Thornbury Castle-Hotel Are you a fan of the The Tudors TV series? Than Thornbury Castle-Hotel might be a good destination for you. Built in the 16th century, Thornbury Castle is currently the only Tudor Castle-Hotel in England. Originally designed...
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Photo Of The Week: Neuschwanstein Castle
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| Neuschwanstein Castle |
Neuschwanstein Castle, the castle that inspired Walt Disney when he designed Cinderella’s Castle, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Germany. Situated on a rugged hill above the village of Hohenschwangau near Füssen in southwest Bavaria, Neuschwanstein Castle was commissioned by Ludwig II of Bavaria, also referred to as the "Mad King", as a retreat and as homage to Richard Wagner, the King's inspiring muse.
I took this photo from the all squeaky two person wide old wooden bridge called Marienbruecke that lays across the way deep rocky gorge behind Neuschwanstein Castle. I have to admit I was quite afraid as the bridge was moving every time the other visitors were walking on it. But the amazing views of the castle and its surroundings were worth it.
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- Once Upon A Time In The 13th Century!
We have a lot to see in the city of Olomouc, but yesterday we decided to head into the surrounding countryside for a day at Bouzov Castle, only about 35 kms (22 miles) away. They were having a special day at the castle, where everyone is dressed up in...
- The Ruins Of Boskovice Castle
In yesterday's post, we showed a picture of a what looked like a castle way in the distance. So we figured out how to hike to the castle and we set off around 10:00am. Click here to read more......
- Continuation, Germany 1992
I think I have solved the problem of quality with the scanned photos, so I will try a short post and include more pictures. I can only remember (and reognize) a few of the places we went, and the first is Neuschwanstein, King Ludwig's castle. I believe...
- 10 Most Magical Castles In Europe
Perhaps the most famous castles of all are the ones that never existed, like Cinderella or Sleeping Beauty's castles. Yet, our imagination is rooted in reality, and the fairy tale castles we all know and love have been inspired from real castles,...
- Thornbury Castle-hotel, Walking In The Footsteps Of The Tudors
Thornbury Castle-Hotel Are you a fan of the The Tudors TV series? Than Thornbury Castle-Hotel might be a good destination for you. Built in the 16th century, Thornbury Castle is currently the only Tudor Castle-Hotel in England. Originally designed...