Europe is known for its magnificent castles and fortresses, but only a few survive in their original form.
ThePoenari Castlein Romania was constructed around the beginning of the 13th century.
TheSpis Castleis located in eastern Slovakia.
Built in 12th century, it was destroyed in a fire in 1780.
Or, that it was struck by lightning.
Chateau Gaillardis a 12th century castle overlooking the River Seine in Normandy, France.
Dunnottar Castleis located upon a rocky headland on the northeastern coast of Scotland.
It was built in 1569 and was home to the Blake family.
It remained occupied until the end of the 18th century.
Kidwelly Castleis a Norman castle overlooking the River Gwendraeth and the town of Kidwelly, in Wales.
The castle played a key role in Scotland’s Wars of Independence.
Dunstanburgh Castleis located on the coast of Northumberland in northern England, between the villages of Craster and Embleton.
The castle was built by Earl Thomas of Lancaster in the 14th century.
Since that time, the castle has deteriorated and parts were scavenged to serve as materials for nearby buildings.
