Hohenschwangau Castle; a Walk through the Castle Garden

Описание: http://www.travelsignposts.com/German... : Most visitors come to Hohenschwangau to see Neuschwanstein Castle, the famous fairy-tale castle of King Ludwig II. However, set on top of a rugged hill overlooking the village of Hohenschwangau is another royal castle associated with Ludwig II. The bright yellow Schloss Hohenschwangau was where King Ludwig II spent his childhood days.

The romantic neo-gothic style Schloss Hohenschwangau was built in the 19th century by King Maximilian II of Bavaria, the father of Ludwig II. This castle stands on the remains of the 12th century fortress Schwangau, a medieval fortress owned by the Knights of Schwangau. Maximilian II (then a Crown Prince), discovered the site during a walking tour and decided to buy the ruins as he was taken in by the beauty of the surrounding area. Construction of the castle took place from 1832 to 1836, with further additions taking place to 1855.

Schloss Hohenschwangau tends to be overlooked by visitors as Neuschwanstein is the more famous of the two castles. If time permits, Hohenschwangau is worth visiting as this attractive castle, with its towers, turrets and battlements, together with its historic garden and fountains holds centuries of history about its residents, visitors and the Schwangau region.

Also see: Hohenschwangau's Idyllic Alpsee (   • Hohenschwangau's Idyllic Alpsee  )

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