Exploring the Majestic Pāpak Fort: A Journey Through HistoryPerched high in the Arasbaran forests of northwestern Iran, Pāpak Fort, also known as Babak Castle or “Ghal’eh-e Baz,” stands as a sentinel of time. This grand citadel, located 50 kilometers from Ahar and 6 kilometers southwest of Kalibar City, offers breathtaking views and whispers of a…
Castles
Castles are large, fortified buildings that were built during the Middle Ages to protect against attacks. They often had thick walls, towers, and moats. Many castles, especially in Europe, are well-preserved and offer a glimpse into medieval life.
Peveril Castle
Discovering Peveril CastlePeveril Castle, also known as Castleton Castle or Peak Castle, stands as a ruined 11th-century fortress. It overlooks the village of Castleton in Derbyshire, England. This castle served as the main settlement, or caput, of the feudal barony of William Peverel. Founded between the Norman Conquest of 1066 and its first mention in…
Coral Castle
Introduction to Coral CastleCoral Castle is an oolite limestone structure in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It sits between Homestead and Leisure City and is the creation of Edward Leedskalnin, a Latvian-American eccentric. The structure includes various sculpted stone forms like walls, a sundial, and furniture. It is now a popular tourist attraction, shrouded in mystery and…
Houska Castle
Introduction to Houska CastleHouska Castle stands in the Liberec Region of the Czech Republic. About 47 km north of Prague, this well-preserved early Gothic castle boasts a Gothic chapel, a green chamber with late-Gothic paintings, and a knight’s drawing room.Historical SignificanceConstructed in the late 13th century during Ottokar II of Bohemia’s reign, Houska Castle started…
Restormel Castle
A Historical Overview Location and Significance Restormel Castle, known in Cornish as Kastel Rostorrmel, is situated near the River Fowey close to Lostwithiel in Cornwall, England. It is one of the four principal Norman castles in Cornwall, alongside Launceston, Tintagel, and Trematon. The castle is renowned for its perfectly circular design. Once a luxurious residence…
Kenilworth Castle
Introduction to Kenilworth CastleKenilworth Castle stands in Warwickshire, England, under the management of English Heritage. Although largely in ruins, the castle’s historical and architectural significance remains undiminished. Founded during the Norman conquest of England, it saw continuous development until the Tudor period. Architectural historian Anthony Emery praises it as “the finest surviving example of a…