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Zunaira Ghazal

Zunaira is an architect and designer on paper, but a writer at heart. She’s got a Bachelors in Architecture and a passion for traveling, both of which combine in her writings about timeworn castles and fortresses that have withstood the tests of time and stand proud to this day.
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Medieval Food: A Deep Dive into the Diet & Cuisine of the Middle Ages

Ever wondered what food was like in the Middle Ages? Interestingly, medieval cuisine was a mixed bag of lavish feasts for the wealthy and simpler fare for the peasants. This...
Castles

The Largest Palaces in the World (History & Travel Tips)

Get ready to be transported to a world of grandeur and opulence, as we embark on a journey to explore the biggest palaces on...
Medieval

Exploring the World of Medieval Towers: From Defense to Legacy

Medieval towers were an essential component of medieval castles and fortifications in Europe. They were used for both defensive and offensive purposes–serving as lookouts...
Castles

Biggest Castles in the World (History & Travel Tips)

Castles have always been a symbol of power, wealth, and prestige. Throughout history, rulers and nobles have built grand castles to showcase their wealth...
Castles

10 Oldest Castles in the World | History & Travel Tips!

Castles have played an important role throughout history, serving as both defensive structures and grand residences for royalty and nobility. Many castles around the...
Castles

The Best Castles to Visit in Russia (Listed by Popularity)

Russia - the home of Leo Tolstoy, Tchaikovsky, and Nureyev. It’s a country that’s rich in culture and has been producing world-renowned thinkers, artists,...
Castles

Shell Keep Castles – The Historic Update of Motte-&-Bailey Structures

Shell keeps were an interesting medieval castle development - an interim architectural form that was used before stone keeps became the norm. The shell...
Castles

Kazan Kremlin – Russia’s Presidential Pride (History & Travel Tips)

Walking into the Kazan Kremlin is like stepping right into the luxurious world of 16th-century Russian nobility. It’s a venture through breathtaking cathedrals, extravagant...
Castles

Norman Castles – Beginning of the Medieval Era (History & Travel Tips)

Norman castles are some of the most epic medieval structures to date. They have a rich and interesting history that dates all the way...
Castles

Star Forts – Complex Geometry of  the Post-Medieval Era

Star Forts, or Bastion Forts, started popping up in the 15th century. Their design is a by-product of the invention of gunpowder. At least …...
Castles

Gatchina Palace – The Apex of Russian Renaissance (History & Travel Tips)

Prepare to stride through corridors of Renaissance grandeur and take refreshing walks through lush parks - for that is what you will find waiting...
Castles

Catherine Palace – A Vision of Russian Tsardom (History & Travel Tips)

Taking a trip through Catherine Palace feels like stepping into the world of 18th-century tsardom. Just imagine walking through some of the finest examples...
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