Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Tintagel Castle: archaeologists begin vital dig to find out about historic site’s past | West Country – ITV News
An archaeological dig is taking place at Tintagel Castle to find out more about how its people lived in the early centuries of the last millennium. The project – organised by English Heritage – is part of five years of research into the Cornish Castle. Onsite excavations and cutting edge techniques will form part of … Continue reading
Free concerts to be held at Tonbridge Castle – Entertainment – Kent News
Free concerts to be held at Tonbridge Castle 16:45 26 July 2016 Simon Allin The bands will play at Tonbridge Castle Archant Bands will perform every weekend throughout August A series of free summer concerts will be taking place on the Bailey Lawn at Tonbridge Castle in August. Organised by Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council, … Continue reading
Best German Castles | Travel + Leisure
What is a vacation to Germany without a peek at its famous castles? Capturing important moments in history from as far back as the 11th and 12th centuries, Deutschland’s palatial monuments are as striking to us today as they were to the royal families and military leaders who once inhabited them. Today, these castles are some of … Continue reading
Guide to Oldest Cities in World – ASHARQ AL-AWSAT
London-Old cities are always distinguished with beauty features that amaze people, like their old souks under the blue clear skies, embroidered colored clothes made of white cotton, and old stone buildings covered by the yellow light of the sun. However, the history of cities is filled with turmoil and disturbances, and unfortunately, some of these … Continue reading
Versace Mansion NYC | 5 East 64th Street
Versace’s UES mansion price chopped to $65K a month Late designer’s former digs at 5 East 64th Street had been asking $120K a month July 22, 2016 01:05PM 5 East 64th Street on the Upper East Side The Upper East Side mansion once owned by Gianni Versace hit the market in April asking $120,000-a-month — … Continue reading
D.C.’s Most Expensive Home for Sale Is Georgetown’s Taft Mansion – Curbed DC
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Shelter Island Sales Record | Shelter Island Mansion
Shelter Island mansion asks $32M That’s more than three times the island’s current sales record July 23, 2016 12:00PM The Shelter Island estate One of Shelter Island’s best waterfront estates is poised to set a record for the idyllic isle. The 4.8-acre property has hit the market asking $32 million. The current single-family sales record … Continue reading
Take an aerial tour of abandoned Tudor Gothic mansion at Dunmore Park Explore the abandoned Tudor Gothic mansion at Dunmore Park with this aerial video – Scotland Now
SCOTLAND prides itself on being home to some of the finest historical buildings and architecture in the world Over time these locations can often become abandoned and fall into a state of disrepair – but that takes nothing away from their intrigue and fascination. This stunning video takes a unique look at one of these … Continue reading
Rare butterfly causing a flutter after moving into derelict Belleisle House mansion – Daily Record
A rare butterfly is causing a flutter after moving into a derelict mansion. Wildlife experts have spotted a Large Skipper making a home for itself in the fenced-off Belleisle House. The unusual rustic orange insect was spied during a nature trail. It is the first time one has been seen in Ayr as they are … Continue reading
Go Inside Oscar Mayer’s Once-Abandoned Chicago Home
From Veranda In 1927, Oscar G. Mayer – the son of the founder of the meat processing company – purchased a chateauesque mansion in Evanston, Illinois, that remained in the family for 40 years. Now, real estate attorney Scott Hargadon and his business partner, James Kastenholz, are restoring the home to its former glory. When … Continue reading