A trip to the most important historical castles in the United Kingdom

Chebel-Djo
11 May, 2023

 A trip to the most important historical castles in the United Kingdom

Castles in the United Kingdom have always fascinated travelers, from the time they were built to the modern castles built a century or two ago. 


These buildings take their visitors on a miraculous journey to learn about the lives of kings, queens, princes, and princesses, and for some of the tourists, what haunts them most is the ghost stories and legends that revolve around any of them.


About 5,000 castles have been built in the British Isles from the Norman conquest (1066) to date, most of which are surrounded by fascinating fairy tales and legends. Many of them were originally built of wood and later rebuilt in stone. 


These landmarks were raised not only as royal landmarks and symbols of power but also as fortresses to preserve the safety of the population and protect the country from conflicts and wars. Over the centuries, we find that many castles in the United Kingdom have fallen and only some ruins remain, while others have been preserved in good condition and still exist to the present day. Most of them are now museums and galleries that visitors from all over the world come to.


historical castles in the United Kingdom



England, Wales, and Scotland are home to some of the most famous, most popular, and most visited castles in the world. We would like to highlight five important ones, including:


Warwick Castle:  Warwick Castle is located in Warwickshire, England. It was built in 1068 by King William, and until 25 years ago it remained inhabited by generations of the Earls of Warwick family. Between its walls, there are a huge number of historical events, including the story of the capture of King Edward IV. In 1978, the castle was sold to a media and entertainment group and is currently an important tourist attraction in England.


Windsor Castle:  It is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the whole world, with a history dating back more than 900 years full of incredible events. There are several houses, a large church, and a royal palace on the castle grounds. The castle was built on a cliff overlooking the River Thames, about 30 kilometers from London, and its walls were carefully built to defend the population against any aggression, and its location was chosen because it was one day away from the Tower of London. Nowadays, Windsor Castle is the weekend home of Queen Elizabeth II, but there are also many rooms open to public visits by the public and tourists.

Holyroodhouse Palace:  This castle is located in the city of Edinburgh, and it is the official residence of the British King in Scotland and is located opposite Edinburgh Castle. This stunning building was completed in the seventeenth century and hosts the summer residence of Queen “Maria” of Scots, and it is also open to the public during weekdays. The palace is said to be haunted by the spirit of “Agnes the Bald,” who was accused of sorcery.


Caernarfon Castle:  The largest castle in North Wales is Caernarfon Castle, which was built at the request of King Edward I in Roman times when he also conquered Snowdonia. This was King Edward's largest castle, but also the official royal residence of the government in North Wales. The construction of the castle began in 1283 and continued for more than 50 years, and some parts of it are still incomplete today. Set on the banks of the River Sytne, the castle has two enclosed courtyards that meet in the middle and is surrounded by a series of towers and thick walls that look out over the New English town of Caernarfon.


London Tower.  The Tower of London is a castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London. The Tower of London is in an excellent location and is considered one of the most important landmarks of the city. The real name of the tower is actually the royal palace and castle of Her Majesty the Queen “The Tower of London”. 

Originally it was built as a royal palace and defensive castle, at the request of King William. During World War II it was used as a prisoner-of-war camp. Queen Anne Boleyn was beheaded here in 1536 and many others. The last execution in the Tower took place on August 14, 1941, when Joseph Jacobs, a German spy, was shot. For centuries, the Tower of London has hosted Britain's crown jewels, valued at no less than $20 billion.


There are many castles worth visiting in the UK. It all depends on where you are staying or how far you are willing to travel. Each castle has its own unique history, and all of them will make your trip unforgettable for the rest of your life.

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