Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova’s New $20 Million Mansion | RumorFix
Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova’s New $20 Million Mansion Posted on September 6th, 2011 at 11:24 am This is a photograph of Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova’s new $20 million Florida mansion. The couple spent part of their Labor Day weekend inspecting construction of their love nest. PREVIOUS: Enrique Iglesias Says “I Like It” To … Continue reading
Gramercy Park Landmark Turned Into Hoarder’s Hellhole? – Mess of a Mansion – Curbed NY
Wednesday, January 26, 2011, by Joey Arak National Arts Club board president O. Aldon James is a Gramercy Park rebel, ruffling the feathers of the park’s elite by calling for more public access to the gated oasis. He’s also, according to this DNAinfo exposé, a possibly unhinged loon who is using the historic artists’ clubhouse … Continue reading
Lakefront English Stone Manor Home In Greenwich, CT « Homes of the Rich
This newly listed English stone manor home is located in the Conyers Farm section of Greenwich, CT. It situated on 10 acres with 800 feet of lake frontage overlooking the Converse Lake. It was designed by Austin Patterson Disston and built in 2006. The 24-room mansion boasts 11,145 square feet of living space with 8 … Continue reading
Cardiff Castle becomes property of the people – Cardiff news – CardiffOnline – WalesOnline
Cardiff’s historic castle today became the property of the citizens. Its official transfer from the Bute family to the city council as custodians for all time of the famous mansion and its pleasant grounds was marked by ceremonies worthy of what was fitly described by the Lord Mayor (Alderman George Ferguson) as a gesture “setting … Continue reading
Casa Loma, a century old castle, delights visitors and locals in Toronto – Times Of India
The spectacular Casa Loma. Poonam Gupta Sep 6, 2011, 04.42pm IST Relatives and friends visiting from India spoke of Mr. Ambani’s (an Indian tycoon and director of Reliance industries) 27 storey skyscraper with 400,000 square foot of living space, called ‘Antillia’, in the middle of prime Mumbai real estate. “Only five to six family members … Continue reading
Press and Journal – Article – Restoring castle is a towering challenge
Restoring castle is a towering challenge Published: 06/09/2011 SOME people are given a special gift for their 21st birthday such as a new watch or golf clubs. Nicholas Schellenberg received the keys to Knockhall Castle, near Newburgh, in Aberdeenshire. “The castle has been in the ownership of my family for hundreds of years and was … Continue reading
Castle for Sale in Poitou – Medievalists.net
13th century Castle for Sale in France Asking Price: 985 000 € Located in the northern part of the Poitou region, in a town between Angers and Poitiers, this medieval and Romanesque castle starts with 13th century walls, which are 1.80 m (5.9 ft) thick. It features three different shaped, massive towers which were all … Continue reading
10 Must See Palaces in India – Page 6
1: All the above mentioned places are must see indeed. I just love India & its culture. India is a land of diversity. There are many cultures that Indians follow. You will see different colors, language, customs etc. in different regions of India. There is lot to explore about India. Everything is so exciting here … Continue reading
The Anne Boleyn Files » Hampton Court Palace – A Tudor Gem
Posted By Claire on September 5, 2011 Photo by Tracy Wilkinson and featured in our Tudor Places Calendar The beautiful riverside Hampton Court Palace is a treasure trove for Tudor history lovers, which is why it features on all three of our Tudor history tours. Visitors cannot help but be awestruck at its beauty and … Continue reading
Moller Villa in Shanghai, A Fairytale Hideaway
The Moller Villa with its fairytale-like Scandinavian architectural style. [Photo:travel.sina.com.cn] Shanghai has an impressive collection of mansions and villas built by foreign venturers during the city’s colonial era. Among these, Moller Villa stands out for its fairytale-like appearance and history. The villa is known among locals as one that was built by a wealthy foreigner … Continue reading