Castles and Gardens of Europe

Dubrovnik (Image: Siggy Nowak via Pixabay)

10 castles to visit in Croatia

Europe’s castles and palaces are more than just old buildings—they’re windows into the country’s past, each with its own story to tell. From cliffside fortresses to elegant estates, these landmarks blend history, architecture, and stunning landscapes. Here are the ten most remarkable castles and historic sites in Croatia. / READ MORE /

Gravensteen (Image: Nicole Pankalla via Pixabay)

Travel

10 castles to visit in Belgium

Hohenwerfen Castle (Image: Reini Jo via Pixabay)

Travel

10 castles to visit in Austria

Europe's castles and palaces are more than just old buildings—they’re windows into the country’s past, each with its own story to tell. From cliffside fortresses to elegant estates, these landmarks blend history, architecture, and stunning landscapes. Here’s a look at ten of Austria’s most remarkable castles and historic sites. / READ MORE /

News

King Ludwig II’s palaces join UNESCO World Heritage list

On July 12, 2025, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, during its 47th session in Paris, inscribed the palaces of King Ludwig II of Bavaria—Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, Schachen, and Herrenchiemsee—onto the prestigious World Heritage List. This milestone, celebrated by the Bavarian Palace Administration and supporters across Bavaria, marks the culmination of decades of effort to recognize these iconic structures as global cultural treasures. / READ MORE /

Reggia di Caserta (photo by Libellule789 on Pixabay)

Places, Travel

Reggia di Caserta: Vanvitelli’s answer to Versailles

In the heart of Campania, north of Naples, stands the Reggia di Caserta, the largest royal palace in the world by volume. This palace, known locally as the Reggia di Caserta, is a monument to the genius of its architect: Luigi Vanvitelli (1700 - 1783). / READ MORE /

News, Places

Germany: Rheinstein Castle reopens its gates

Rheinstein Castle in Germany is emerging from decades of restoration to reclaim its place as a premier tourist destination in Germany. Once a largely crumbling medieval fortress, the castle near the Rhine has been revitalised through an €8 million investment by the Hecher family, blending historic preservation with vibrant cultural events to attract visitors from across the globe. / READ MORE /