For centuries, medieval castles – hulking, isolated triumphs of masonry – have held a special place in the Western imagination, evoking at once a sense of history, fantasy, war and romance. They are ...

Scotland is the perfect destination for those who love castles and history. The country has plenty of both dotted around the ...

In medieval Europe, castles were the ultimate homes for kings and nobles. The big stone structures weren't just fancy ...

A fanciful 19th-century retreat sits on an island known as the Rock in Lough Key, in County Roscommon. Beneath the building lie the remains of a castle belonging to the MacDermots, one of medieval ...

Guédelon is a “modest castle” in France, which authentic historical craftspeople are building. Stone is rarely used to bear weight in buildings today, but it was the best option in the 13th century.

More than 25,000 castles crown the hills of Germany, so it can be difficult to choose which ones to visit. If you're seeking the best in terms of history and opulence, drive the nearly 479-mile ...

If you saw Disney’s Rapunzel movie, “Tangled,” then Mont-Saint-Michel in Normandy will look familiar to you. The castle where the long-haired princess is kept looks much like the breathtaking ancient ...

Germany's Neushwanstein is a textbook-like example of 19th-century Romanticism. In 1869, King Ludwig began building his medieval fantasy on the hilltop not for defensive reasons, but because he liked ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Unlike our European brethren, U.S. residents aren’t exactly falling over medieval castles. The reason makes perfect sense, but for ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover travel, specializing in adventure and the great outdoors. The tidal island of Mont Saint-Michel on the Normandy coast at ...

Thun, Switzerland, is a hidden gem destination with medieval castles and lakeside mountain views.Stephanie Foden for BI Thun, Switzerland, is a hidden gem offering picturesque views and fewer tourist ...