Gyeonhwonsanseong Fortress: A Legacy of Rebellion in Korea Nestled in Sangju-si, South Korea, Gyeonhwonsanseong Fortress stands as a testament to a rebellious spirit. Built sometime during the Three Kingdoms period, this historic site was designated Monument No. 53 in 1984. Covering an area of over 35,000 square meters, the fortress offers a glimpse into a…
Fortifications
Peveril Castle
Discovering Peveril Castle Peveril 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…
Coral Castle
Introduction to Coral Castle Coral 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…
Houska Castle
Introduction to Houska Castle Houska 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 Significance Constructed in the late 13th century during Ottokar II of Bohemia’s reign,…
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 Castle Kenilworth 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…