What are the famous castles in Europe?

Address: Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Castle can be regarded as the spiritual symbol of Scotland. It stands on the top of the extinct volcanic rock overlooking Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle became a royal fortress in the 6th century. This is a castle with the theme of war. Scottish crown and imperial scepter, sword and other cultural relics are placed in the crown room.

Salzburg, Austria

Salzburg is a world-famous historical and cultural city, famous for its beautiful natural scenery and humanistic customs.

No.3 Hohnsoren Castle, Germany

One of the two most famous castles in southern Germany (the other is Neuschwanstein Castle) is located on a hill 20 kilometers south of Tubingen. The castle is the birthplace of the Hornsoren family (the Hornsoren family is the main ruling family of Brandenburg-Prussia1415 ~1918 and the German Empire). Hohnsoren Castle was built in 1 1 century. Today, HohenSoren Castle was rebuilt by Prussian architects Von Prittwitz * * *(Stuler * * * *, which is almost the same period as Neuschwanstein Castle, but compared with Neuschwanstein Castle, HohenSoren Castle looks like a fairy tale. Frederick the great's relics, Prussian king's treasures and crowns are displayed in the castle. At present, the descendants of William II, the last emperor of Prussia, still live here, but part of the castle is open to the outside world for a fee.

4. Shampoo Castle on the Loire River in China

Shampoo Castle was built in the area with the strongest flavor of French aristocratic life. Forests are everywhere, rich in wood and wine. Kings and nobles of French dynasties built one hunting palace after another here, and even moved here from time to time. Xiang Bo Castle is the pinnacle of Renaissance architecture. It is a hunting palace ordered by Francois I, the father of French literature and art, to show off his wealth in 15 19. Like a pearl, it is embedded in the Loire River and becomes the most brilliant symbol of the crown of the French emperor. The monarch who took charge of the kingdom of France at the beginning of the16th century was very envious of Italy's brilliant Renaissance. Francois I, who succeeded to the throne at the age of 20, is the most talked about person in later generations. He hired Da Vinci to move to France and spent the last three years of his life.

5. Chateau Saint Michel, France

A famous historical site and Christian holy place in France, it is located on an island in Mans province, two kilometers away from the coast. The most spectacular is the cone-shaped St. Michel church complex at the top of the mountain, which is nearly twice as high as the hill with a diameter of about 1 km. The gothic spire of the church soars into the sky, and a golden statue of St. Michel points to the sky with a sword. It's like entering a fairyland on earth

6. Neuschwanstein, Germany

The other of the two most famous castles in Germany, the masterpiece of Ludwig II. It has the reputation of the highest castle in Europe. From Neuschwanstein Castle, we can see the vast scenery consisting of Lake Fahlge, Algard Alps and Fei Sen. Because of its spectacular beauty and noble temperament, it is also called "the place closest to fairy tales". However, because the castle cost ministers and local lords too much money, these people joined forces to depose Ludwig II and exile him, and finally drowned him in Steinberg Lake.

7. Prague Castle in Czech Republic is elegant and noble.

Address: Prague, Czech Republic

Located in the hilly area of vltava river, the castle has a history of more than 65,438+0,000 years. For more than 60 years, the offices of successive presidents have been located in the castle, so it is also called the "Presidential Office". Prague Castle Gallery has a large collection of classical paintings. Santa Vita Cathedral is the most important landmark of Prague Castle, and the Golden Lane where Kafka lived is also the most lively place in the castle.

8. The artistic habitat of Humbois Castle in France.

Address: On the Loire River, France

There are many castles in the Loire Valley, and the most attractive one is of course the Royal Castle of Humbois. The attraction of the castle lies not only in the Renaissance-style French royal castle and the charming scenery around it, but more importantly, it is the resting place of the great artist Leonardo da Vinci.

9. Windsor Castle in England is shrouded in the light of empire.

Address: Windsor, London, UK

Windsor Castle is the oldest and always inhabited royal residence in Britain. Through the reconstruction of successive kings, it has become an extraordinary building showing the taste of kingship. Windsor Castle, like a monster, is located on a hill overlooking the Thames. Windsor Castle has been the royal residence of Britain since the 12 century, and the Queen still frequents here until now.

10, panorama of Heidelberg Castle, Germany

Address: Heidelberg, Germany

Heidelberg Castle was built in12nd century. After several expansions in history, it has formed a mixed style of Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance, which is the representative work of the German Renaissance. Standing on the city wall, you can see endless vineyards, which are beautiful.