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Imposing Fortresses - 14 Photos of Fairytale-Like Castles

From towering fortresses perched atop rugged cliffs to majestic palaces nestled amidst serene landscapes, each photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and enduring beauty of these iconic landmarks. Related: Medieval Castles: How in the World Were They Built? 1. Cochem Castle, Germany 2. 

Bavaria: Land of Beautiful Castles, Palaces and Fortresses

One of the main reasons why visitors come to this region and venture far beyond its capital, Munich, are the hundreds of castles, fortresses, and palaces scattered throughout Bavaria, each one more splendid and breathtaking than the other.

The Most Dazzling Ancient Castles and Fortresses on Earth

The countless architectural wonders scattered throughout the planet are, certainly, among the greatest legacies of the previous generations, and castles, palaces, and fortresses are the crown jewels of that legacy.

Every Man Needs a Fortress: Man Caves!

Every Man Needs a Fortress: Man Caves! photos, design, guy stuff, man cave We men don't need much, we sure don't. All we need is a quiet place to call our own where we're not disturbed, and can enjoy our favorite food, movies, games and perhaps a good cigar or beer.

Château d'If: One The Most Infamous Prisons In History

The famous Château d'If began as a formidable fortress, built as a defensive post in 1524 on the small island of If. The fortress has three stories and is actually a square that is 28 meters long on each side.

10 Intriguing and Creepy Facts About the Tower of London

Below, we’ve retold 10 such gripping facts about this world-famous fortress that we hope you'll enjoy learning about. 1.

The Most Heavily Guarded Places on the Planet.

From fortresses to military secret zones, you'd need an army to break into any of these 10 places, and you may not succeed even then. When we talk about secure locations, these are the places we draw inspiration from.

Take a look At Jordan’s 10 Most Impressive Sites!

This wonderful landscape picture is completed by the Ajloun Castle, a 12th-century Muslim fortress built by the nephew of the famous Muslim ruler Saladin to control the rebellious Bedouin tribes in the region.

15 Places In the City of Belgrade One MUST Visit

RužicaRužica Church This beautiful Serbian Orthodox church is located within the Kalemegdan Fortress, which you will see more of later in this post.

The Resurrection of This American Icon Is Soon Complete

Click on images to enlarge The Memphis Belle is widely considered to be one of the most significant Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress heavy bombers still in existence, but the road to completing her restoration has been long and difficult.

Finland Is Far More Than Merely a Winter Wonderland...

Suomenlinna Fortress This spectacular fortress was built during the Swedish reign of Finland. It’s actually built upon six different islands and was designed as a military fortress. It’s located at the mouth of Helsinki Harbor, and construction was started in the 18 th century.

Hidden Russia: 14 of Its Most Beautiful Towns!

Sviyazhsk This picturesque little town sits at a historical axis between the Volga River and the Silk Road, which in the past made it a strategic point of defensive importance and led Ivan the Terrible, the famous Russian ruler of the 16th century, to build the fortress that led to its founding and is

Let’s Explore the Magical and Mystical World of Castles

Related: The Most Dazzling Ancient Castles and Fortresses on Earth 1. Eltz Castle, Germany Built: 1470-1520 2. The Fortress of Miolans, Savoy, France (This used to be a prison once) Built: 1083 3. Hohenzollern Castle, Germany Built: 1867 4. Pierrefonds Castle, France Built: 1397 5. 

10 Swiss Castles That Look Utterly Magical

Castello di Montebello source The old Swiss canton of Ticino was protected by three castles, one of which is this glorious Montebello fortress. You can enjoy some wonderful panoramic views of the Bellinzona hills as you stroll along the beautifully maintained paths.

Behold the Majestically Built Castles of Old France!

This period saw the construction of many impressive fortresses designed to protect territories and deter enemy forces.

Let's Visit the 10 Most Beautiful Castles in France!

It was reconstructed from stone and, in the 13th century, two massive stone towers were added, making it one of the largest fortresses in Europe. Today, the château is owned by the city of Fougères as a tourist attraction and a place to learn about medieval times.