Rappottenstein Castle, Austria
Rappottenstein is one of the best preserved castles in Austria. It was founded around 1150 Rapoto of Kuenring. Since several owners it was acquired by Abensperg and Traun family in 1664, who still owns the castle. During the course of the centuries a fortification with five baileys and eight gates was constructed.
The touch of luxury surrounding the interior is unexpected and comes as something of a surprise to the visitor. Three-storey arcades with sgrafitti lend the castle an Italian flair.
The frescos in the inner apartments are among the rarest examples of 16th century secular painting. Furthermore, an original winged altar dating from the 15th century and beautiful Gothic vaults can be seen.
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The baobab tree
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Calanais Standing Stones
Calanais Standing Stones, Isle of Lewis
The Calanais Standing Stones are an extraordinary cross-shaped setting of stones erected 5,000 years ago.
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The Burg Liechtenstein Austria
Liechtenstein Castle (German: Burg Liechtenstein) is a castle near Maria Enzersdorf in Lower Austria, bordering Vienna. It is on the...Read more
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A view of Switzerland
A view of Switzerland. The mountains are the best.
The climate is mild and the temperature is pleasant, rarely too hot....Read more
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The Castle Rushen Isle of Man
Castle Rushen (Manx: Cashtal Rosien) is a medieval castle located in the Isle of Man's historic capital, Castletown, in the...Read more
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Fort la Latte France
Fort la Latte, or the Castle of the Rock Goyon (French: La Roche-Goyon, Breton: Roc'h-Goueon), is a castle in the...Read more
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The Philae Temple
The Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, is a remarkable testament to ancient Egyptian architecture, with origins in the...Read more
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The Castillo de Ucero Spain ??
The Castle of Ucero is a medieval defensive construction located in Ucero, in the province of Soria (Castile and León,...Read more
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The beauty and wonder of natural ice caves
The image depicts a stunning ice cave with a body of water,
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The Cetatea Tsarevets Bulgaria
Tsarevets (Bulgarian: Царевец, romanized: Tsarevets) is a medieval stronghold located on a hill with the same name in Veliko Tarnovo...Read more
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