Křivoklát – The majestic castle in the heart of Bohemia: history, legends and its significance today
Nestled deep within the wooded hills of the Bohemian Uplands stands Křivoklát Castle, one of the most significant historical sites in the Czech Republic. It ranks among the best-preserved Gothic castl...
Just around 40 kilometres north-east of Bratislava, nestled amongst the rolling hills and wine routes of the Little Carpathians, Červený Kameň Castle towers majestically over the village of Častá. Onc...
In the Latvian town of Dobele, overlooking the River Bērze, stands a site that encapsulates several centuries of Baltic history: the ruins of Dobele Castle, also known in German as Ordensburg Doblen. ...
In the heart of Genoa, a city characterised by centuries-old fortifications, Forte Sperone stands as one of the most imposing examples of military engineering. This fortress, nestled within the so-cal...
Catalonia’s coastline is rich in historical relics from times gone by, which tell the story of this region’s eventful history. Particularly impressive is the Castell de Sant Jordi d’Alfama, a fortress...
