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Hrad Kašperk
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Broughton Castle....
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Château du Bousquet, France.
The Château du Bousquet is an old restored fortified castle which stands in the French town of Montpeyroux in the department of Aveyron, in the Occitanie region.
The castle is the subject of a total registration as a historical monument.
The origin of the castle, dating from the end of the 13th or the beginning of the 14th century, remains mysterious since the most important documentation begins with the arrival of the Roquefeuil-Blanquefort family, old Languedoc nobility, in 1610. The last Marquis de Roquefeuil did not leave until 1791. This family stayed at Le Bousquet until the beginning of the 20th century. Currently it is owned by the Dijols family.

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Château de Loriol....

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Ludlow Castle....

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Finstergrün Castle in Austria. Finstergrün Castle is located in the Salzburg region of Austria. It sits at an altitude of 1,087 meters (3,566 ft) above sea level.

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Château de Saint Brisson sur Loire....

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Turku Castle, located in Turku, Finland, was originally constructed in **1280** during the late 13th century.

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Château de la Salle....

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Muiden Castle, surrounded by water and silence, this castle feels like a gentle pause in a busy world.

Muiden Castle (Dutch: Muiderslot, Dutch pronunciation: [ˌmœydərˈslɔt]) is a castle in the Netherlands, located at the mouth of the Vecht river, some 15 kilometers southeast of Amsterdam, in Muiden, where it flows into what used to be the Zuiderzee. It is one of the better known castles in the Netherlands and featured in many television shows set in the Middle Ages.

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Hülchrath Castle (Schloss Hülchrath) in Germany. This is an ancient moated castle located in Grevenbroich, in the Rhein-Kreis Neuss district. Its history dates back to the 12th century.

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Château de Beynac....
From stone walls to endless horizons, history still breathes here.

The Château de Beynac is a castle situated in the commune of Beynac-et-Cazenac, in the Dordogne département of France. The castle is one of the best-preserved and best known in the region.

This Middle Ages construction, with its austere appearance, is perched on top of a limestone cliff, dominating the town and the north bank of the Dordogne.

 

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View attachment 864757Muiden Castle, surrounded by water and silence, this castle feels like a gentle pause in a busy world.

Muiden Castle (Dutch: Muiderslot, Dutch pronunciation: [ˌmœydərˈslɔt]) is a castle in the Netherlands, located at the mouth of the Vecht river, some 15 kilometers southeast of Amsterdam, in Muiden, where it flows into what used to be the Zuiderzee. It is one of the better known castles in the Netherlands and featured in many television shows set in the Middle Ages.

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Château d'Ainay-le-Vieil is a 14th-century castle built on the grounds of an earlier 12th century castle in Ainay-le-Vieil, Cher, France.

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Zwingenberg Castle.
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Restormel Castle, located near Lostwithiel in Cornwall, England, is one of the finest and best-preserved examples of a circular shell keep in the country. Perched on a natural hilltop above the River Fowey, it commands sweeping views over the surrounding valley and countryside. The castle was originally established shortly after the Norman Conquest as a motte-and-bailey fortification, but the impressive stone structure seen today was built in the late 13th century by Edmund, Earl of Cornwall. It served not only as a defensive fortress but also as a comfortable and prestigious residence, reflecting the wealth and influence of its owner.

The castle's perfectly circular design is a rare and striking example of medieval military architecture. Its high curtain walls enclose a central courtyard, once surrounded by domestic buildings such as the great hall, kitchens, and private chambers. The inner layout reveals the sophistication of medieval life, blending practicality with elegance. Despite the passage of time and periods of abandonment, the stone walls and arched doorways still stand strong, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of the past.

During the English Civil War, Restormel briefly regained military significance, serving as a Royalist stronghold before falling into decay. Today, managed by English Heritage, the castle is a peaceful ruin surrounded by rolling meadows and wildflowers. Visitors can walk along its ancient walls, take in panoramic views of the Cornish landscape, and imagine the days when knights, nobles, and servants filled its round courtyard with life and purpose. Restormel Castle remains a timeless symbol of Cornwall's rich medieval history and enduring charm.

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