Castles in Europe

This selection of images of the opulent fortress in Granada offers views of courtyards, gardens, and rich interior decor as well as of the buildings themselves.

Through the centuries this castle would serve as a fortress, a papal residence and a prison.

Each large thumbnail leads to a larger photograph and background information. Presented by Vic Freund of Centralia College.

A photo or two and a little background info for each of ten Portuguese castles, most built in the Middle Ages, is provided at this attractive site. Tour info for those fortunate enough to get to Portugal is also available.

Photos and a little background on each of half a dozen castles in Savoy, at the Serveur Savoie.

This delightful site provides photos and background history for dozens of castles. Also available in Italian.

Photos and brief description of the Czech castle and its history.

History and photographs of the Slovene castle by Mark Martinec.

An extensive and informative site by Edward G. Kane with photos of numerous medieval German castles.

Extensive collection of pages on castles in the Netherlands includes background information and photos for each Dutch stronghold. Very nicely done by Marko Tjemmes.

Tim Vogel offers photos and extensive information on the history and modern-day use of the German castle on one huge page. Upload can take several minutes.

The Alhambra is an ancient palace and fortress of the Moorish monarchs of Granada, in southern Spain, occupying a hilly terrace on the south-eastern border of the city of Granada. This four-page article from the 1911 Encyclopedia offers historical background and descriptions of the fabulous buildings.