Poland is a country rich in tradition and steeped in history. Its rolling hills and wooded plains have seen countless kings, battles, and conquest. Here is a tour of 5 of Poland’s most beautiful castles that every history lover should visit.
The Royal Castle, Warsaw
Perhaps the easiest one to visit first is the Royal Castle in Warsaw. Built in the 18th century, its magnificent red brick walls were rebuilt after bomb damage in World War II.
Kórnik Castle, Kórnik
Said to be haunted by a woman in white walking the castle mourning her beloved, this castle should be on every thrill seekers list.
Moszna Castle, Moszna
Moszna Castle has an astonishing 99 spires and is located in the beautiful Upper Silesia region of Poland. Built in the 17th century, it has opulent Baroque and Gothic architecture.
Czocha Castle, Lesna
The quaint turrets and angular walls of Czocha castle have become something of a center for Harry Potter fans. It holds a number of “wizard” tournaments throughout the year and hosts a lot of wizard role-playing events.
Krzyżtopór Castle, Ujazd
The crumbling walls of this ancient castle are said to have seen the practice of black magic in bygone days. If you get there early, you might even have the whole place to yourself.
