Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Evidence suggesting the palace of Emperor Constantine I unearthed in Bulgaria | TruthDive
Aug 14 Sunday News, Sci-Tech Evidence suggesting the palace of Emperor Constantine I unearthed in Bulgaria Post a Comment August 14, 2011 – 7:25 pm By News Desk | Permalink | Print This Article | Sofia, Aug 14 (ANI): Bulgarian archaeologists have uncovered evidence, suggesting the palace of Byzantine Emperor Constantine I. A unique dwelling … Continue reading
Exploring Buildings In Hungary: Wenckheim Palace At Szabadkígyós – XpatLoop.com – Real estate
“Designed by Miklós Ybl, this neo-Renaissance-eclectic building was built between 1875 and 1879. The lightly structured main section is two storey and has turrets and a covered terrace. The loggia corridor connects it to the outbuilding.Count Frigyes Wenckheim and Countess Krisztina Wenckheim had this impressive palace built. It has a chapel, a dining room, a … Continue reading
St. Petersburg: architecture « Why Evolution Is True
My brain hurts from reading theology, and I’m also engaged in another brain-using activity, so I’ll delay any substantive posting for a day or so. In the meantime, I’ll continue my series on St. Petersburg. (I have a lot more to show!). Today I’ll put up some of the architecture, leaving the Hermitage and its … Continue reading
Reynolds Mansion in Bellefonte impresses as B&B
Becky Krystal The Reynolds Mansion B&B in Bellefonte, Pa., was built by a wealthy businessman, banker and landowner in 1885. With 12-foot ceilings, stained-glass windows containing amber imported from Germany and elaborate parquet flooring, William Frederick Reynolds’ 1885 home in Bellefonte, Centre County, must have been an impressive sight in the 19th century. It still … Continue reading
Lake District mansion on the market for £5.25m – Scotsman.com News
Published Date: 14 August 2011 A MULTIMILLION-pound mansion on the shores of England’s biggest lake is up for sale for the first time in 200 years. Town Head House, a Georgian mansion near Newby Bridge, on the shores of Lake Windermere, has been put on the market for £5.25 million – making it one of … Continue reading
‘Dracula’ mansion sold for $2.25M | Celebrities | Entertainment | Toronto Sun
HOLLYWOODÂ -Â On a clear day here at Hollywood South headquarters, you can get a pretty inspiring view of the Hollywood sign. But just to the right of the famous landmark, there’s something else that generally gets overlooked by picture-taking tourists, but has been catching my eye over the years. It’s an imposing Norman Brick … Continue reading
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I’m sure most of you are familiar with this house. It is located on Sunset Boulevard, however it has the address of 901 Alpine Drive. It is situated right next to Palais des Agnes, the massive $55 million opulent European inspired estate which clocks in at a gargantuan 36,000 square feet. Yes, that’s right, TWO … Continue reading
Most Expensive House in the U.K. Sells | Mogulite
Mystery Mogul Picks up $228M U.K. Mansion 11:30 am, August 13th | by Amy Tennery Hey, so, remember when everyone thought that this $123 million mansion was the most expensive home in the U.K.? Yea, that’s funny. Because word got out this morning that another really, really expensive piece of real estate just sold in … Continue reading
Walt Disney World Passholders Have Chance to Win Stay at Castle Suite | DisZine
Ever wanted to spend the night in the Magic Kingdom? If you’re a Walt Disney World Passholder, that wish could come true! Disney has recently announced a new contest, which will award one lucky Annual Passholder at the Walt Disney World Resort the chance to stay for a night at the Castle Suite, located in … Continue reading
A first look inside Chicago’s Wrigley Mansion
A first look inside the Wrigley Mansion by Joe Zekas on 8/11/11 The Theurer-Wrigley House, more commonly known as the Wrigley Mansion, at 2466 N Lakeview is currently for sale for $9.5 million, though not listed in the MLS. The home is a Chicago landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. … Continue reading