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Castles
10535 PlacesCastle tourism invites visitors into history, romance, and architectural splendor. Castles, primarily from the medieval era, were originally fortified structures built by nobility or royalty for defense and as symbols of power. Many sit atop strategic sites overlooking villages or countryside, offering commanding views and engaging stories of their past.
Modern-day travelers can explore castles through guided tours, often furnished with period artifacts. Some castles are converted into luxury accommodations, while others host festivals, performances, or historical reenactments that bring the past to life.
Templar Castle of Xivert
Spain
Castell-Palau dels Urrea
Spain
Palau-castell de Betxí
Spain
Torre Ebrí
Spain
Torralba del Pinar
Spain
Castle of Almansa
Spain
Atalaya Castle
Spain
Castle Ayora
Spain