If something can be proud of Europe is its long list of castles and Royal palaces, a large part of the history of the world. Many tourists flock to cities only to observe the past our passed through the visit of its virtues. Here you can see some.
"I came, I saw, I conquered" Written in a report to Rome 47 B.C., after conquering Pharnaces at Zela in Asia Minor in just five days; as quoted in Life of Caesar by Plutarch; reported to have been inscribed on one of the decorated wagons in the Pontic triumph, in Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Julius, by Suetonius. "Alea iacta est" Gaius Julius Caesar.
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8 Aug 2016, 17:14
Interesting designs, How tall are theses?
In war there is no substitute for victory-- Douglas MacArthur Decisions! And a general, a commander in chief who has not got the quality of decision, then he is no good.---Bernard Montgomery Don't fight a battle if you don't gain anything by winning ---- Erwin Rommel The longer the battle lasts the more force we'll have to use! ----georgy zhukov
8 Aug 2016, 17:19
ta-wint wrote:
Interesting designs, How tall are theses?
Hello, there are different styles.
For example, the castle ' Labastide de Lévis' . This is one village, which boasts the 16th century Eglise Saint-Blaise, the Pigeonnier de Pradinas, a remarkable example constructed in 1777, and La Cave de Labastide de Levis; offering the opportunity to taste the fine wines derived from over 1500 hectares of vineyards.
"I came, I saw, I conquered" Written in a report to Rome 47 B.C., after conquering Pharnaces at Zela in Asia Minor in just five days; as quoted in Life of Caesar by Plutarch; reported to have been inscribed on one of the decorated wagons in the Pontic triumph, in Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Julius, by Suetonius. "Alea iacta est" Gaius Julius Caesar.
The first is definitely Neuschwanstein Castle, which - along with Hohenschwangau Castle - is located in Bavaria, about 155 km (97 miles) from Munich.
9 Aug 2016, 15:22
The next-to-last castle in the original post is Burg Eltz Castle, between Koblenz and Trier, Germany.
10 Aug 2016, 16:54
Welcome to the thread of the castles: @wildL SPQR,@Greatbighippo,@rickmcq
"I came, I saw, I conquered" Written in a report to Rome 47 B.C., after conquering Pharnaces at Zela in Asia Minor in just five days; as quoted in Life of Caesar by Plutarch; reported to have been inscribed on one of the decorated wagons in the Pontic triumph, in Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Julius, by Suetonius. "Alea iacta est" Gaius Julius Caesar.
One of my favorites: Eileen Donan, a 13th Century Castle in the Highlands of Scotland.
13 Aug 2016, 12:00
Gaillac is a charming, peaceful town and the capital of the wine region. The Abbey of St. Michael, which towers above the Tarn is a must and a visit to the market on Friday provides a fascinating diversion. Sometimes there are night markets in the summer months. Shops and eating places abound.
"I came, I saw, I conquered" Written in a report to Rome 47 B.C., after conquering Pharnaces at Zela in Asia Minor in just five days; as quoted in Life of Caesar by Plutarch; reported to have been inscribed on one of the decorated wagons in the Pontic triumph, in Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Julius, by Suetonius. "Alea iacta est" Gaius Julius Caesar.
13 Aug 2016, 19:34
Gaillac is in southern France, right?
13 Aug 2016, 22:49
rickmcq wrote:
Gaillac is in southern France, right?
Yes.
"I came, I saw, I conquered" Written in a report to Rome 47 B.C., after conquering Pharnaces at Zela in Asia Minor in just five days; as quoted in Life of Caesar by Plutarch; reported to have been inscribed on one of the decorated wagons in the Pontic triumph, in Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Julius, by Suetonius. "Alea iacta est" Gaius Julius Caesar.
