1) Malbork Castle (143,591)
Located in Poland, Malbork Castle is the largest castle in the
world. The castle was founded in 1274 by the Teutonic Knights who used it as
their headquarters to help defeat Polish enemies and rule their own northern
Baltic territories. The castle was expanded several time to host the growing
number of Knights until their retreat to Königsburg in 1466.
2)Mehrangarh Fort
(81,227)
Although officially
called a fort, Mehrangarh Fort can easily be considered an Indian castle. It is
situated on a 122 meter (400 feet) high hill, has 36 meter high and 21 meter
wide walls and is entered after crossing seven gates. The fort was initially
built in 1459 by the founder of Jodhpur, Rao Jodha after he shifted his capital
here from Mandore. However, most of what stands today dates back to the 17th
century.
3)Prague Castle
(66,761)
Prague Castle is one
of the largest castles in the world (the largest according to the Guinness Book
of Records). The castle dates back to the 9th century and was expanded several
times until second half of the 18th century. The castle itself houses a complex
of sights including the St. Vitus Cathedral and the St. George’s Basilica.
4)Windsor Castle
(54,835)
Windsor Castle is
often called the largest inhabited castle in the world and is definitely the
largest castle in England. It is one of the official residences of Queen
Elizabeth II who spends many weekends of the year at the castle, using it for
both state and private entertaining.
5) Hohensalzburg Castle (54,523)
Hohensalzburg Castle
located in the Austrian city of Salzburg is one of the largest and best
preserved castles in Europe. The castle was constructed in 1077 and was
significantly enlarged between 1495 and 1519 when it reached more or less its
present proportions.
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