Castles
10923 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.
Orsini-Colonna Castle
Italy
Piccolomini Castle
Italy
Castle of Barisciano
Italy
Castello Monumentale
Italy
Castello di Bominaco
Italy
Castello di Bugnara
Italy
Rocca Calascio
Italy
Castello di Carsoli
Italy