You don't need to be a princess in order to appreciate these beautiful castles. The enchanting history of old palaces and the unique design of modern castles makes everyone old and young, love the look of these awe-inspiring works of architecture.
Take a look at the gallery above for everything from faux ice castles to sand hotels.
Implications - They made have been the iconic architectural fixture of centuries long gone, but castles continue to capture the imagination of the world in a number of ways. Whether it is in designs inspired by ancient buildings or in the re-purposing of existing castles, this trend reflects the fact that the romantic and august appeal of this formidable structural archetype is far from extinct.
16 Luxurious Castles
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Psychedelic Home Exteriors
Graffiti Artists Channel Bad Acid Trips to Attack Scottish Castle
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Castle Parties
Andrej Lorenc's Exclusive Luxury Costume Parties in Europe
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Floating Luxury Palace
Airborne Strato Cruiser
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Flying Palace
Saudi Prince Buys VVIP Luxury in the Clouds
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History For Sale
Dracula's Castle Up For Bids
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Modern Ruins
Russian Castles Rotting
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Sand Hotel
Actual Sandcastle Hotel, Also a PR Stunt
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Treetop Castles
The Duke of Northumberland's Swanky Forest Mansion
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Castle & Palace Hotels
Global Fairytale Escapes
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Papercraft Castles
Amazing Mini Architecture From Wataru Itou
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Extravagent Living
Castles, Lighthouses, Convents As Homes
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Modern Castle Architecture
Devi Garh Resort is Luxurious and Imaginative
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The Cat Castle
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Compact Faux Ice Castles
The OrganiCube Looks Like A Gigantic Snow Fort
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Virtual Castle Tours
Hearst Castle Implements Budget-Friendly Option for Travelers
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Art Exhibits in Castles
Historic European Castle Grounds Become Contemporary Art Galleries
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