Castles
11161 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.
Stari Grad Vrnograč
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Počitelj Fortress
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Zvečaj na Vrbasu
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Festung Zvornik
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Yellow Fortress
Bosnia and Herzegovina
White Fortress
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Fortress „Kopsis“
Bulgaria
Asen's Fortress
Bulgaria
Fortress „Vidin“
Bulgaria