George R.R. Martin and the Game of Thrones' film crew used these real castles as inspiration when creating Westeros.

This Czech Republic travel guide explores ten scenic and historic destinations filled with medieval towns, castles, mountain ...

NORTHERN BURGUNDY, France — Deep in a forest of France's Burgundy region, a group of enthusiasts is building a medieval castle the old-fashioned way — that is, with tools and methods from the late ...

Call it art history meets HBO. Towering castles, knights on horseback, wizards in flowing robes and long-necked, roaring dragons fill the Getty Center’s galleries this summer. A new exhibition plumbs ...

Norwich Castle, a mighty medieval fortress built by William the Conquerer after he invaded England in 1066, reopened to the public last month following a landmark $37 million restoration. The castle’s ...

Europe has over 50,000 magnificent castles that offer a glimpse into a world of kings and queens. With imposing architecture and breathtaking settings, these castles are both historical wonders and ...

The ruins of a medieval castle in Essex have seen royal residence, inspired famous art and seen an Olympic event hosted next door.

In the ninth and tenth centuries, castles were often built of wood and easily burned down by enemies. As unrest spread across Europe and warfare began to change, castle designs had to adapt. Looming ...

Many of us harbored childhood dreams of venturing into the enchanting realms of Disney castles – Elsa's ice palace, despite its frosty exterior, boasted truly captivating decor! Fortunately, these ...

While England boasts world-renowned castles like Windsor and Warwick, which draw visitors from across the globe, the country also plays host to lesser-known castles equally grand and rich in history.