1. Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
A visit to Munich, Germany, would not be complete without a visit to Neuschwanstein Castle. The palace on the mountain, near the village of Hohenschwangau was built by King Ludwig II in the 19th century. From Munich, the trip can be continued by train to Fussen, then by bus to Hohenschwangau. Throughout the journey by train, the eyes of the passengers are pampered by the sight of blue sky, green grass interspersed with wild flowers in yellow, and trees here and there.
Amazingly, although built in the 19th century and looks ancient, castle Neuschwanstein Castle was built using many modern technologies for the convenience of the occupants. For example, hot water central heating, hot water and cold water in the kitchen, automatic flushing system in toilets, telephones and elevators. Besides the Palace is also supplemented by an electric bell to summon the servants.
2. Mont Saint Michel, France
Mont Saint Michel is a tidal island is unique, the island when the tide, and become one with the land when the water receded. Because of its uniqueness, Mont-Saint-Michel in France included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. More unique, we can walk in the bottom of the mouth of the River Couesnon toward the island when the water is in a state away, but we had to race with time because the tide at certain moments.
A challenging journey is not it? On this island, its population is only about 50 inhabitants. But many hotels and restaurants there are aimed at tourists. All structures on the island, including the castle, crowned by the abbey church which stands 240 meters above sea level. Rock where the palace and all the Mont Saint Michel structure was built to measure height of 84 meters tall, is made of pure granite and is strong enough to withstand the rigors of time.
3.Prague Castle, Czech
Prague Castle is one of the most visited and most important in the Czech Republic. The castle is an ancient symbol of the Czech country and most likely founded around 880 by Prince Borivoj. The castle itself is like a small town, and according to the Guinness Book of World Records, he is the largest castle complex and coherent in the world. The location covers an area of 70,000 square meters and is still in use today.
The complex is situated on a hill along the left bank of the Vltava River. The castle may not look like a traditional castle, because it spreads horizontally rather than vertically. One of the main tourist attractions that attract tourists is the cathedral of St. Vitus. This building comes from the 14th century and was built in Gothic style, adorned with gargoyles (stone carved decorative strange creature's head).
4. Predjama Castle, Slovenia
With a population of about 2 million, Slovenia is one country in Europe which may be often overlooked, but this could become an unexpected tourist destination and fun. European countries in the west of Italy has a unique castle building castle or in the mouth of the cave. Predjama Castle (Slovenian: Predjamski grad or Grad Predjama, German: Höhlenburg Lueg, Italian: Castel Lueghi) is a Renaissance palace built at the mouth of a cave in southwestern Slovenia. Slovenia, 11 kilometers from the town of Postojna.
The palace was first mentioned in 1274 with a German name, Luegg, when the Patriarch of Aquileia to build this castle with Gothic style. Predjama palace built into the cave that is difficult to enter the palace. The most interesting part of the building is a residence, chapel and basement, including weapons, oil painting, and Pieta dating from 1420. The castle was once used as a place famous filming The Armour of God, starring Jackie Chan, Alan Tam, Rosamund Kwan and Cameron Zavaski in 1986.
5. Malbork Castle, Poland
Summer in Poland, painted bright blue sky with clouds scratches as jewelry. Display of this nature more perfect when combined with the amazing architecture of the Malbork Castle can be found on the banks of the River Nogat, City of Malbork. Malbork Castle is a classic example of a medieval fortress, but that set it apart, this castle is composed of the basic material of brick. This work led to the title as the largest brick castle in the world.
Not imagine how many bricks used to build it. Fort as well as the castle from the 13th century Teutonic Order's this substantially enlarged and embellished after 1309. The castle is also an example of the most complete and complex of brick Gothic castle complex. With all the interesting stories and architectural grandeur of the building is neat, this castle became one of the attractions that are very dear to miss when traveling to Poland.
6. Potala Palace, Tibet
The Potala Palace located in Lhasa, Tibet. The building is named the Potala, as with Mount Potala. This castle has always been the home of the Dalai Lama heads to the Dalai Lama to the 14 who went to Dharamsala, India after the invasion and uprising in 1959. Now the castle was used as a museum by the people - Chinese people. The building, measuring 400 meters long and 350 meters wide, with rocks - rocks on the wall of a width of between 3-5 meters.
Foundation is made of copper to prevent damage from earthquakes. This building has 1,000 rooms, more than 10,000 shrines and 200,000 statues. Height reaches 117 meters. The peak is called Marpo Ri hill, which means red. Three hills represent the three protectors of Tibet Lhasa, Chokpori, south of Potalia god, soul mountain of Vajrapani, Pongwari and Marpori, the hill where the Potala stands representing Chenresig or Avalokiteshvara.
Matsumoto Castle is one of the best and most historic castles in Japan, located in the city of Matsumoto in Nagano area that can be taken using the land route from Tokyo. The castle was completed in the late 16th century to preserve the original interior wood and rocks beyond. Matsumoto castle is the mainland because it is not built on a hill or in the middle of a river.
The castle was built as a fortress during the war. In the year 1550 under the rules of the Matsumoto clan Takeda and Tokugawa leyasu. When Toyotomi Hideyoshi leyasu move to the Kanto region, he puts to lead Ishikawa Norimasa Matsumoto. Norimasa and his sons built a tower and some other parts of the castle. Matsumoko Castle also known as crow castle because of the black walls and the roof looks like a crow's wings flapping.
