However, the continent’s ancient history, shaped by royal dynasties, also gave rise to some of the most notable castles in the world. Like pages out of a storybook, some of the famous castles in ...

Other places to make the 'most iconic' grade include Barry Island, the setting for much loved BBC comedy Gavin & Stacey, Gloucester Cathedral, which like Alnwick Castle featured heavily in the early ...

Perhaps the world's most beautiful castle ... a stage painter who worked for the famous musician. The castle combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles, including Romanesque, Gothic ...

Blair Castle in Perthshire was built by the famous Comyn family in 1269. At first it was just a tower but it was extended and grew over the years. During World War 2 it became a safe home and ...

modelled on the water canteens of World War I soldiers, and a charming label, inspired by the grandeur and elegance of Mateus Castle. Guedes struck a deal with the estate – grapes from the ...

The world-famous Neuschwanstein Castle, the medieval Rothenburg in Franconia or the Mozart city of Salzburg and of course the mountains of the Alps are (for once!) worth a detour from the state ...