A castle is a fortified residence for a medieval noble. Castles come in all shapes and sizes, but knowing a few general terms will help you understand them. The Keep (or Donjon): A high, strong stone ...

Europe has many historic castles to explore as a tourist, but what about the castles you can actually "live" inside? Here are ...

What is it about castles that fascinates so many people around the globe? A lot of the allure derives from the history and human drama that played out within the walls, as well as the astonishing ...

Often built by nobility and almost always set in dramatic locations, it should come as no surprise that castles are among the most impressive buildings on Earth. They were designed to project wealth ...

Who doesn’t love a fairy tale? Even pragmatic New Yorkers could not resist referencing the architecture of European nobility in the earlier days of the city. While many country mansions and manor ...

Today on AD medieval architectural historian Meredith Cohen breaks down the astonishing detail found across the castles in Walt Disney animated films. Go in-depth to discover the real-life locations ...

When mixing old and new styles, the key is for it to feel effortless. And the living room of The Castle, designed by Joanna Gaines, is a lesson in making this tricky balance look totally easy and ...

Often built by nobility and almost always set in dramatic locations, it should come as no surprise that castles are among the most impressive buildings on Earth. They were designed to project wealth ...