Castles in the Bavarian Alps Dec 5, 2023

Castles in the Bavarian Alps

The Bavarian Alps, a majestic mountain range in southern Germany, are home to two castles: Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. Neuschwanstein Castle was commissioned by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in the 19th century. This Romanesque Revival palace is renowned for its fairy-tale-like architecture, towers and breathtaking mountain backdrop. Across the valley, gazing out over Lake Alpsee, is the equally spectacular Hohenschwangau Castle, built by Ludwig II"s father, King Maximilian II of Bavaria. These two castles boast rich interiors, displaying intricate artwork and historical artefacts. Both castles attract millions of visitors every year, offering a glimpse into the opulent past of Bavaria.

© Harald Nachtmann/Getty Images

palette

Today in History

Santa slalom
Dec 5, 2024Tufa formation on Mono Lake, California, United States
Dec 5, 2025Maya site of Copán

More Desktop Wallpapers:

Dec 23, 2024Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh
What are these unique creatures?
Oct 23, 2024Madame Sherri Forest, New Hampshire, United States
A kiss and a sigh
Colours of spring
Feb 22, 2025Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Why is this cliffside ablaze?
Dec 23, 2025Reindeer, Lapland, Finland
Jan 26, 2024Republic Day
God’s Own Country
Apr 19, 2024Ring of Brodgar, Orkney, Scotland
Aug 19, 2025Spotted eagle rays
Say hello to these halophytes!
Mar 18, 2024Elephant Rock, Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia
Mar 16, 2025Baby giant panda, China
Sep 7, 2024Ganesh Chaturthi
A painters palette of natures hues
Jun 6, 2024Les Braves monument, Omaha Beach, Normandy, France
Jun 3, 2025World Bicycle Day
Pearl among the emeralds
Jul 10, 2025Guru Purnima
Oct 28, 2023Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
Jan 9, 2024Gayathri Reservoir, Karnataka, India
Jul 8, 2024Blueberries growing in the wild
A pink moon over Arizona
Oct 22, 2024Palazzo Zuccari, Rome
Nov 16, 2023World Philosophy Day
Jan 8, 2024Bernina Pass, Graubunden, Switzerland
Sep 28, 2025Town of Pienza in Tuscany, Italy
Dec 20, 2023Val Gardena, South Tyrol, Dolomites, Italy