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The fairy tale king | Business Line
A visit to Ludwig II’s dream world that cost him his throne Almost every night King Ludwig II of Bavaria would dine with King Louis XIV of France at his favourite castle — Linderhof. Which was fine, except for the fact that Louis XIV passed away 130 years before Ludwig II was born in 1845. … Continue reading
Named The Most Beautiful Castles In The Czech Republic
In 2016, castles, fortresses and other sights, which are maintained by the Czech state, were visited by the record number of 5.6 million people. The number increased by 510,000 in comparison to 2015, according to data released on January 18, provided by the National Institute of Monuments of the Czech Republic (NPÚ). The castle which … Continue reading
UK’s ‘Best Boss’ Gives Staff Castle Office, Free Beer, In-House Cinema
Chris Morling, founder of Money.co.uk, spent 3 million pounds on renovation of his office. London: The head of a website has been dubbed ‘Britain’s best boss’ after he splurged a whopping three million pounds to create a dream ‘castle’ office for his employees complete with a Star Wars-themed cinema, gaming arcade, yoga studio along with … Continue reading
Top 5 Picturesque Castles in England | TravelPulse
From the legends of King Arthur to the wizardry of Harry Potter, castles have a universal appeal with their mystery and enchanting quality. England is still peppered with hundreds of stunning castles in various states of repair and use, from ruins to fully occupied residences. Here are 5 of the most picturesque which are certainly … Continue reading
Apartments in Kingsgate Castle got an incredible makeover on telly last night | Kent Live
Comments (0) Viewers were treated to a rare look inside the apartments in Kingsgate Castle in Broadstairs last night (January 20), as part of a makeover on the BBC’s Great Interior Design Challenge. Two apartments in the castle received an incredible overhaul from two interior design hopefuls. Former fashion stylist Daniela Tasca-York, 31, took on one … Continue reading
13 Presidential Palaces Around the World – Photos – Condé Nast Traveler
Located in Kazakhstan’s capital city of Astana, Akorda Presidential Palace opened in 2004. The palace, which is 262 feet tall, includes a blue and gold dome topped with a spire. The structure was worked on by architects, engineers, designers, and builders from ten different countries. (View original article)
Not just Brits and booze: How to do Paphos, Capital of Culture 2017, in two days | The Independent
Why go now? Over the last weekend of January Paphos takes over as joint European Capital of Culture (along with Denmark’s Aarhus). The ancient port, soaked in Greek mythology and legendary birthplace of Aphrodite the goddess of love, is set around one of the most dazzling harbours in the Mediterranean. In a sense Paphos has … Continue reading
5 views of Lisbon | Toronto Star
By Todd KorolSpecial to the Star Wed., Jan. 18, 2017 LISBON, PORTUGAL-With its warm climate, intimate hilly streets and lively town squares, Lisbon has become a popular destination for Canadians. This is a city alive with tasty local food, cheap Portuguese wine and history around every corner. Not to mention all there is to see: … Continue reading
15 castles in Kent you can visit for a great family day out | Kent Live
Kent has a long list of famous and beautiful castles rich in history and architecture. The historic sites range from Norman and medieval ruins to grand and spectacular estates surrounded by moats and stunning gardens. Families can enjoy days out in all weathers at the castles, from exploring the interior, strolling around the gardens, and … Continue reading