The region of Catalonia, in northeast Spain, is best known for its capital, Barcelona, and the rugged coastline of its Costa Brava. But Catalonia offers an entirely different world in the Pyrenees ...

Looking for the best castles in Barcelona, Spain? Look no further! Barcelona’s history dates back to medieval times so it should be no surprise that the city and surrounding region is home to some of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Evoking legends, lore, and full-blown fantasy, castles possess a certain magic that draws in modern ...

For centuries, medieval castles – hulking, isolated triumphs of masonry – have held a special place in the Western imagination, evoking at once a sense of history, fantasy, war and romance. They are ...

With National Castle Day on the horizon, picture Portugal’s hilltop fortresses and coastal bastions opening up with special goings‑on behind the gates. A neat excuse to wander ramparts and explore a ...

Learn about Catalonia's long history through the stones of the monuments that have survived the passing centuries and civilisations. From Roman amphitheatres to unfinished Modernisme (Catalan Art ...

Built in the late 1800s, the Campbell Castle is a reproduction of a Richardsonian Romanesque Scottish castle. The home features arched fireplaces, arched windows and hand-carved fretwork from Europe, ...

If there's one region in Catalonia that stands out for the sheer number of medieval castles it boasts, it's Anoia. It's home to about 50, and half of those are open for visits and tours. Don't worry, ...