Mar 16th, 2011 at 10:00AM:
Castles originated in Europe over a thousand years ago. These fortresses were one of the original defense systems, and erecting the structures on hills or just beyond moats was a functional choice. Castles were built to house rulers, impose power, and above all, spurn would be attackers. Conforming to these basic principles of utilitarian design, the strongholds now appear solitary, majestic, ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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The ten best castles in Europe
Mar 16th, 2011 at 10:00AM:
Castles originated in Europe over a thousand years ago. These fortresses were one of the original defense systems, and erecting the structures on hills or just beyond moats was a functional choice. Castles were built to house rulers, impose power, and above all, spurn would be attackers. Conforming to these basic principles of utilitarian design, the strongholds now appear solitary, majestic, ...Lon-done? Try Windsor and Eton
Feb 4th, 2010 at 11:00AM: If London has whet your appetite for all things English, hop on a train and visit Windsor. Less than an hour from central London, this historic city is one of the easiest and most popular day trips for foreign visitors. You can also enjoy a nice stroll to nearby Eton and visit the famous boarding school.
The main attraction is, of course, Windsor Castle. It's one of the official residences of ...Buckingham Palace: more tourists or bake sale?
Jun 3rd, 2009 at 12:00PM: In a move akin to ordering a bake sale, a parliamentary watchdog has called for more tourist availability to Buckingham Palace ... with the money raised used to fix the structure. The famous attraction is said to be "crumbling." By extending tourist access to more than 60 days a year (in the summer), the Queen's London residence could be maintained better.
The main objection has been that staying ...
