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7. Windsor Castle, England

One of Europe’s most famous medieval castles, Windsor Castle is steeped in traditional 11th-century charm.  This is the longest-occupied palace on the entire continent.  The castle complex is surprisingly large.  It is ensconced amidst 13 acres of land and includes a palace, a fortification, and even a small town.  The Castle also includes interiors that were designed in the traditional Georgian architectural style.  It’s not only a big tourist attraction but also Queen Elizabeth II’’s weekend abode.

8. Castel del Monte, Italy

The unique Castel del Monte is a stand out structure located high on a rocky peak in one of Southern Italy’s secluded forests.  This citadel from the 1200s is found in the Apulia region.  It was constructed under the orders of Emperor Frederick II.  Since its initial construction, the building has gone through no significant structural changes.  The austere octagon fortress-like façade includes architectural elements of north European Cistercian Gothic, Islamic Orient, and classic antiquity.  

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