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The castle is orientated (by the shape of the rock it stands on) north-east to south-west. This is the north-east end, the tallest fang of masonry being the east corner of the hall-house. The various wall remains and fallen turf covered stones in the foreground formed the entrance and (according to Canmore) some sort of bailey, although it must have been very small. There are no longer enough recognisable features to determine how the entry to the castle was designed and defended.
Drachenburg Castle is a castle on the Drachenfels in Koenigswinter . It was built in record time from 1882 to 1884 in the style of historicism (especially neo-early gothic on the exterior and neo-renaissance in the interior) as a representative residence for Stephan von Sarter , who, however, never lived in the castle. After his death, the castle was subjected to several changes in use.
At the transition between the Middle and Lower Rhine, the castle is located on a small plateau on the northwest slope of the Drachenfels, facing the Rhine Valley, at a good 200 m above sea level. NHN and thus 150 meters above the river. East of the lead Eselsweg called ascent to the Drachenfels and the Drachenfelsbahn along their middle station here Drachenburg Castle has.
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Lindisfarne Castle is a 16th-century castle located on Holy Island, near Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, England, much altered by Sir Edwin Lutyens in 1901. The island is accessible from the mainland at low tide by means of a causeway.
The castle is located in what was once the very volatile border area between England and Scotland. Not only did the English and Scots fight, but the area was frequently attacked by Vikings. The castle was built in 1550, around the time that Lindisfarne Priory went out of use, and stones from the priory were used as building material. It is very small by the usual standards, and was more of a fort. The castle sits on the highest point of the island, a whinstone hill called Beblowe.
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Nestled around the Vltava River, Prague survived virtually intact, while other European cities were flattened during WWII. This is a view of part of Prague Castle and the spires of St. Vitus Cathedral, taken within the world’s largest ancient castle complex and still the seat of political power. The castle was built during the 9th Century and has evolved architecturally as a blend of Romanesque, Gothic, and even Spanish styles.
The garden at Sissinghurst Castle in the Weald of Kent, near Sissinghurst village, is owned and maintained by the National Trust. It is among the most famous gardens in England.
Sissinghurst's garden was created in the 1930s by Vita Sackville-West, poet and gardening writer, and her husband Harold Nicolson, author and diplomat. Sackville-West was a writer on the fringes of the Bloomsbury Group who found her greatest popularity in the weekly columns she contributed as gardening correspondent of The Observer, which incidentally—for she never touted it—made her own garden famous. The garden itself is designed as a series of "rooms", each with a different character of colour and/or theme, the walls being high clipped hedges and many pink brick walls. The rooms and "doors" are so arranged that, as one enjoys the beauty in a given room, one suddenly discovers a new vista into another part of the garden, making a walk a series of discoveries that keeps leading one into yet another area of the garden. Nicolson spent his efforts coming up with interesting new interconnections, while Sackville-West focused on making the flowers in the interior of each room exciting.
For Sackville-West, Sissinghurst and its garden rooms came to be a poignant and romantic substitute for Knole, reputedly the largest house in Britain, which as the only child of Lionel, the 3rd Lord Sackville she would have inherited had she been a male, but which had passed to her cousin as the male heir.
The site is ancient— "hurst" is the Saxon term for "an enclosed wood". A manorhouse with a three-armed moat was built here in the Middle Ages. By 1305, Sissinghurst was impressive enough for King Edward I to spend the night. In 1490, Thomas Baker purchased Sissinghurst.The house was given a new brick gatehouse in the 1530s by Sir John Baker, one of Henry VIII's Privy Councillors, and hugely enlarged in the 1560s by his son Sir Richard Baker, when it became the centre of a 700-acre (2.8 km2) deer park. In 1573, Queen Elizabeth I spent three nights at Sissinghurst.
I'm missing the amazing over the top spectacle of the stunning landscapes of Southern Utah. California has it's own fantastic scenes, but right now, I'd love to see these mammoths covered in partial blankets of snow.
I've uploaded a panoramic image to give the viewer a feeling of the immensity and depth of the landscapes that unfold, mile after incredible mile in this awesome and inspiring place.
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5th February 2019
The original Kendal Castle - a Motte and Baily castle which was built after the Norman Conquest, either in 1087AD by Ivo Taillebois (a Norman noble), or post 1100AD by a noble named Ketel.
The fortification consisted or a circular motte 11m high with 48m base, and a curved bailey following the ridge edge above Kendal. These would have been topped by wooden stockades and buildings, and stood until it was abandoned in the 11th Century by the de Lancaster's. A replacement was eventually constructed on the other side of the town, but not until the 12th Century.
This was a handheld HDR with 3 exposures. I think I was waiting outside the restroom (as usual) and headed over to this not-oft-visited side of the castle to check out the reflections.
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The castle sits on a basalt outcrop overlooking the Farne Islands and Lindisfarne in Northumberland, UK.
Castle Stalker on the Tidal island on Loch Laich, or as Monty Python fans would know it, Castle Arghh from the film, The Holy Grail, the current owners son actually had a part in the film as one of the Castles defenders.
It's Halloween, so I'm off to vanquish ghosts with sword and cyr wheel.
Taken at the Schattenburg castle in Feldkirch, Austria this summer, while dodging tourists.
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The Miramare Castle is a 19th century castle, built for Austrian Archduke Maximilian and his wife, Charlotte of Belgium, later Emperor Maximilian I and Empress Charlotte of Mexico. The castle is situated on the Gulf of Trieste near Trieste, northeastern Italy. Construction took place from 1856 to 1860 to a design by Carl Junker on the orders of Archduke Maximilian. The castle's grounds include an extensive (22 hectares) cliff and seashore park designed by the Archduke. The grounds were completely re-landscaped to feature numerous tropical species of trees and plants.
The Arraiolos Castle is a massive medieval fortress which sits on Monte de San Pedro, a hill north of the present town of Arraiolos. Castelo Arraiolos was built by order of King D. Dinis in the early 1300's, but the site itself is believed to have been a prehistoric settlement dating to 300BC. We took a hike up the tower steps and get a great view over the valley.
Stiling Castle at dawn.
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Here's a castle figbarf I made, 3 knights, the king and queen, a forest assassin, and a couple pesants. Hope you like them!
Bodiam Castle (/ˈboʊdiəm/) is a 14th-century moated castle near Robertsbridge in East Sussex, England. It was built in 1385 by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge, a former knight of Edward III, with the permission of Richard II, ostensibly to defend the area against French invasion during the Hundred Years' War. Of quadrangular plan, Bodiam Castle has no keep, having its various chambers built around the outer defensive walls and inner courts. Its corners and entrance are marked by towers, and topped by crenellations. Its structure, details and situation in an artificial watery landscape indicate that display was an important aspect of the castle's design as well as defence. It was the home of the Dalyngrigge family and the centre of the manor of Bodiam.
Possession of Bodiam Castle passed through several generations of Dalyngrigges, until their line became extinct, when the castle passed by marriage to the Lewknor family. During the Wars of the Roses, Sir Thomas Lewknor supported the House of Lancaster, and when Richard III of the House of York became king in 1483, a force was despatched to besiege Bodiam Castle. It is unrecorded whether the siege went ahead, but it is thought that Bodiam was surrendered without much resistance. The castle was confiscated, but returned to the Lewknors when Henry VII of the House of Lancaster became king in 1485. Descendants of the Lewknors owned the castle until at least the 16th century.
By the start of the English Civil War in 1641, Bodiam Castle was in the possession of Lord Thanet. He supported the Royalist cause, and sold the castle to help pay fines levied against him by Parliament. The castle was subsequently dismantled, and was left as a picturesque ruin until its purchase by John Fuller in 1829. Under his auspices, the castle was partially restored before being sold to George Cubitt, 1st Baron Ashcombe, and later to Lord Curzon, both of whom undertook further restoration work. The castle is protected as a Grade I listed building and Scheduled Monument. It has been owned by The National Trust since 1925, donated by Lord Curzon on his death, and is open to the public.
On strategically so important place towers Trentino’s largest fortress, referred to as Castel Beseno. First written documents date back to the 12th century, when the castle still belonged to the counts of Appiano and served as a residence to the aristocratic family Da Beseno. In the following years and centuries, the castle witnessed a rather turbulent history. In 1470 it was handed over to the counts Trapp, a noble family from Styria affiliated with the Austrian emperor. Soon the castle had to be rennovated due to a fire and the medieval castle turned into a residence. Threatened by decay, the castle was given to the Province of Trento, rennovated and made a remote seat of the Castello del Buonconsiglio Museum. Two mighty elliptical walls featuring a length of 250 and a width of 55 metres surround the castle. Worth seeing are also the dark castle gate, the drawbridge, the crenels and the arena.
Великие бастионы, которые характеризуют Кастель-Бесено, относятся к 16 веку, когда замок был приспособлен для сражений с применением огнестрельного оружия. Сегодня, помимо внутренних дворов и зданий крепости, которые когда-то использовались в качестве кухонь, хлебных печей, подвалов и складских помещений, можно также посетить и прогуляться по парапетной прогулке с панорамным видом на Валь д'Адидже и долина, ведущая к плато Альтопиано ди Фольгария.
The Castle Inn is one of just 60 pubs owned by the National Trust and is independently run by new landlord Nick Naismith. The first mention of the inn dates as far back as 1420, making this building a true example of a traditional English pub. Period features are abundant creating a warm welcoming environment for locals and visitors alike.
Castle Howard is a stately home in North Yorkshire, England, 15 miles (24 km) north of York. One of the grandest private residences in Britain, most of it was built between 1699 and 1712 for the 3rd Earl of Carlisle, to a design by Sir John Vanbrugh. Although Castle Howard was built near the site of the ruined Henderskelfe Castle, it is not a true castle, but this term is often used for English country houses constructed after the castle-building era (c.1500) and not intended for a military function.
Castle Howard has been the home of part of the Howard family for more than 300 years. It is familiar to television and film audiences as the fictional "Brideshead", both in Granada Television's 1981 adaptation of Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited and a two-hour 2008 remake for cinema. Today, it is part of the Treasure Houses of England heritage group.
More than 100 years ago it was entirely restored and partially rebuilt.
The first references to the castle date back to 1391.
Castle Ward and Mahee Castle were both built by the first wave of adventurers who arrived in Ulster in the 1570's as part of a new colonisation enterprise.Built close to the shore, these fortified houses helped control the burgeoning trade routes into Ulster.
The Castle or Tower House was swallowed up by the Castle Ward estate now run by the National Trust.
Overlooking the Firth of Forth.
Tantallon Castle is a large red sandstone ruin from the 1300s which overlooks the beautiful coastline near North Berwick in East Lothian. The castle is one of the oldest curtain-wall castles in Scotland and it is one of the top-rated tourist attractions in East Lothian.
Visitors to the coastal town of North Berwick can explore one of the finest medieval fortifications in Scotland by heading south along the coastline for 3 miles, where they’ll find Tantallon Castle.
While the castle is pretty much in ruin it is managed by Historic Environment Scotland (HES) who have installed walkways that allow visitors to explore the castle walls along with information panels that explain the castle’s fascinating history.
There are lots of reasons to visit Tantallon Castle, with the view from the top of the castle walls probably being the highlight but there are a couple of other points of interest that make it worth a visit.
First, it’s home to the very last fortified curtain wall that was constructed in Scotland, so if you’re a history buff that’s something you can cross off your list.
Tantallon Castle
And second, a nearby sandstone outcrop has a section cut into it that forms the smallest harbour in Scotland, so if you like exploring unusual places then Tantallon Castle is definitely worth a visit.
The castle dominates the landscape for miles around this beautiful part of the East Lothian countryside and the sandstone walls of the 14th-century fortress have been fascinating visitors for most of the last century thanks to its cliff-top location which offers views across the Firth of Forth and Bass Rock.
The top of the curtain wall is a superb spot to watch the seabird colonies that call this part of East Lothian their home, and if you want to explore the coastline to see more wildlife it’s just a short walk to Seacliff beach which is known for its giant rock pools.
Tantallon Castle
Things to do at Tantallon Castle
The castle itself is an amazing structure and both adults and children will enjoy roaming around its ruined walls and rooms.
The views from the top of the walls are amazing with the enormous Bass Rock in the near distance and the East Lothian countryside stretching away to the east and west, and there’s enough wildlife in the area that any nature-lover will be kept entertained for hours.
Looking in the opposite direction you can take in the sight of Berwick Law with its whalebone perched on the top, while to the east you can see Seacliff beach where you’ll discover the small harbour hidden amongst the rocks.
Heading down into the castle courtyard you can explore the ruins from ground level and photographers will no doubt enjoy snapping a few shots of the sandstone curtain wall that glows with the sun gleaming behind it.
If you head into the east tower you’ll find a replica of the gun that was used to defend the castle against James IV and James V (more photo opportunities), while children can happily go on a fact-finding quiz created by HES that’s guaranteed to keep them occupied for a good hour or two.
Tantallon Castle
Heading back to the castle entrance you’ll find the information displays that will tell you all about the castle’s history under the stewardship of the Red Douglas’s while nearby you’ll find paths that will take you on a lovely walk down to Seacliff beach.
This is one of the best beaches in East Lothian due to the number of rock pools you’ll find in the sea-carved sandstone but it’s also worth visiting because the beach is beautifully clean and the sea is great for swimming in thanks to the protection it gets from the cliffs that enclose it on either side.
At one end of Seacliff beach you can look back to see Tantallon Castle looking absolutely magnificent against the skyline (wait for sunset – it’s an amazing view), while the other end hides the small harbour that was cut away using compressed air all the way back in 1890.
Because it’s partially hidden you’ll likely stumble across the harbour without even realising what it is, but while you’re there take a look back out towards the sea where you’ll glimpse an unusual stone beacon that marks the location of a huge partially submerged rock.
All-in-all, I can safely say a day spent at Tantallon Castle will surprise and please you in equal measure.
Tantallon Castle
The history of Tantallon Castle
The castle was built in the mid-14th-century by the 1st Earl of Douglas after he became the leader of the Douglas clan and was principally designed to be a status symbol, although at this point in Scottish history the concept of curtain walls had already been superseded in favour of tower houses.
As such, Tantallon Castle was to be the last curtain-wall castle to be built in Scotland, and while only the landward section remains today, at one time the enormous stone wall enclosed the entire site.
The castle passed into the hands of the illegitimate son of the Earl of Douglas in the late 14th century and it was at this time that the Douglas clan divided into two factions, the Red Douglas’s and the Black Douglas’s, with the Red Douglas’s taking control of Tantallon.
While the two clans feuded for the next hundred years the castle became the main stronghold of the Red Douglas’s until a traitorous act by the 5th Earl handed it to James IV of Scotland.
Although previous earls had allied with the Royal House of Stuart, the 5th Earl struck a deal with Henry VII of England against James IV and in retaliation the Scottish king successfully besieged Tantallon Castle.
Tantallon Castle
While the Red Douglas’s eventually found favour with the Scottish government it seems they had other intentions with England, and in 1525 with support from Henry VIII, the 6th Earl successfully took custody of the 16-year-old Scottish King James V.
However, the king managed to escape and several years later took revenge on the Earl with a massive bombardment of Tantallon Castle that lasted for a full 20 days. Although the king lifted the siege after being unable to bring down the curtain wall the Earl fled to England, leaving James V free to capture the castle.
The castle passed in and out of the hands of various Scottish nobles for another hundred years until its fate was sealed during the English civil war of 1650 when Oliver Cromwell’s forces laid siege and finally breached the castle’s defences.
After this defeat Tantallon was left in ruins, never to be inhabited again. Finally, in 1924 it was handed to the British government and today it’s held in the care of Historic Environment Scotland and is designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
Discover more Scottish fortifications in my Guide to the Best Castles in Scotland.
The highlights
The castle is very interesting to explore and has lots of history to discover.
The views from the top of the castle walls are amazing so take your camera. If you’d like to see Bass Rock close-up take a visit to North Berwick to catch a cruise from the Scottish Seabird Centre.
The nearby beach is well worth exploring. Doubly so if you’ve got kids (or a dog).
Visiting tips
It’s not particularly well sign-posted. Best to use a sat-nav to find it.
The east of Scotland is chock-a-block full of impressive castles. One of my favourites is Craigmillar Castle which is located just a few miles outside of Edinburgh and is easy to visit from Tantallon.
If you’re in the area you might like to take a walk up nearby North Berwick Law which offers lovely views across the Firth of Forth.
Things to do near Tantallon Castle
Seacliff Beach. North Berwick EH39 5PP. 6-minute drive. A wide, golden sand beach that offers superb views of the North Sea and Tantallon Castle. A large area of raised rock bed create large rock pools when the tide retreats. The beach is part of the Seacliff Estate who provide a paid parking area.
The Scottish Seabird Centre. The Harbour, North Berwick EH39 4SS. 10-minute drive. An environmental visitor centre that aims to educate and entertain visitors with displays and exhibitions about Scotland’s coastal marine wildlife. The centre features a viewing platform that overlooks the Bass Rock and it is the departure point for pleasure cruises around the rock.
North Berwick Law. North Berwick EH39 5NX. 10-minute drive. A large volcanic plug that rises 187 metres above the coastal town of North Berwick. Berwick Law has well-trodden paths that allow relatively easy access to the whalebone sculpture at the top. The summit is famed for the stunning views across East Lothian and the Firth of Forth.
North Berwick. East Rd, North Berwick EH39 4LG. 9-minute drive. A very popular historic former fishing village that is now a tourist destination thanks to its golden beaches and proximity to the Scottish Seabird Centre and Bass Rock. The village high street includes a collection of gifts shops, restaurants and cafés.
Tyninghame Beach. Dunbar EH42 1XW. 14-minute drive. A very clean and less-visited sand beach that is separated from Seacliff beach by a lengthy section of shingle. There is a rough path that follows the coast south past Whitberry Point and St. Baldred’s Cradle local nature reserve. Tyninghame beach has a paid parking area.
Address and map
Tantallon Castle,
Near North Berwick,
East Lothian,
EH39 5PN
These types of shots are so much fun to take because the subjects do all the hard work for you! The front of Sleeping Beauty Castle is just so beautiful, there are a million great compositions throughout the area. The addition of foreground elements, like the statue here, also adds to the composition. Have a great day!
Skenfrith Castle is a ruined castle in the village of Skenfrith in Monmouthshire, Wales. The fortification was established by the Normans in the wake of the invasion of England in 1066, to protect the route from Wales to Hereford. Wikipedia
Castle Howard is a stately home in North Yorkshire, 15miles north of York. It is a private residence, the home of the Carlisle branch of the Howard family for more than 300 years.
The castle overlooks Kilmurry Bay. All the boulders have been thrown up by the sea. The castle is also a film location for Ryan's Daughter - The Tower.
Matsumoto Castle (松本城 Matsumoto-jō) is one of Japan's premier historic castles, along with Himeji Castle and Kumamoto Castle.[1] The building is also known as the "Crow Castle" (烏城 Karasu-jō) due to its black exterior. It was the seat of the Matsumoto domain. It is located in the city of Matsumoto, in Nagano Prefecture and is within easy reach of Tokyo by road or rail.
"EBS" film swap with my favorite photographer Catfordst32.
"Exposing Both Sides of the Film (EBS)" is one of the unique technique in Lomography. See other photos and description on the set of EBS.
She shot on normal(correct) side, at a chapel of "Anniversaire Shirakabe" in Nagoya. I shot on redscale side, at Gujo-hachiman Castle in Gujo, Gifu.
LOMO LC-A+/Fuji Venus800/EBS
Powis Castle is a medieval fortress and grand country house located near Welshpool, Wales, and is renowned for its magnificent interiors and spectacular Baroque gardens. Unlike most border castles built by Normans, Powis was originally constructed by a Welsh prince in the 13th century. Today, the castle and gardens are maintained by the National Trust.
Transformed over centuries from a military fortress into an opulent residence, the castle showcases a wealth of architectural and decorative styles.
Medieval origins: The structure has its roots in the 13th century, with the earliest stone keep likely built by Welsh prince Gruffydd ap Gwenwynwyn. The impressive twin drum towers framing the main entrance were added in the 14th century.
Rich interiors: The castle is famous for its exceptionally lavish interiors, which reflect the tastes of the Herbert family and later the Clive family over many generations.
Key rooms include:
The State Bedroom: A rare, surviving example of a 17th-century state bedroom, it features a balustrade that once separated the royal bed from the rest of the room to mimic the etiquette of Versailles.
The Long Gallery: An Elizabethan-era addition containing family portraits and busts of Roman emperors.
The Great Staircase: Adorned with 17th-century frescoes and carvings.
The Clive Museum
Within the castle is one of the most important collections of South Asian artifacts in the UK, acquired by Robert Clive and his son during their time with the East India Company in the 18th century.
Controversial collection: The museum, located in the former ballroom, displays over 1,000 items, including textiles, weapons, and ceremonial objects. The origins of the collection are complex and controversial, as many were acquired as spoils of war. The National Trust is conducting ongoing research into the collection's history and provenance.
Exhibits: Notable items include the jewel-encrusted finials from Tipu Sultan's throne and a magnificent state tent.
Gardens
The world-famous Baroque gardens cascade down the hillside in dramatic Italianate terraces, a layout that largely survived the 18th-century shift toward more naturalistic landscapes.
Terraces and topiary: A key feature is the Top Terrace, with its huge, ancient yew trees that have been clipped into fantastical, amorphous shapes over centuries. Below this are the Aviary and Orangery terraces, featuring statues and formal flowerbeds.
Seasonal displays: The gardens are known for their vibrant and varied plant life, offering stunning displays throughout the year, from spring blossoms to brilliant autumn foliage.
Wildlife: Resident peacocks roam freely through the grounds, adding to the picturesque scenery.