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Neuschwanstein Castle

Fanciful 19th Century Palace in Schwangau, Germany
Neuschwanstein Castle was built in Victorian times for Ludwig II of Bavaria.
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Fanciful 19th Century Palace in Schwangau, Germany
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Neuschwanstein Castle in Schwangau, Germany
With towering white turrets, Neuschwanstein Castle is not a medieval fortress but a fanciful 19th century palace built for Ludwig II of Bavaria. Ludwig II died before the castle was completed. Eventually the graceful building was named Neuschwanstein, which means new swan stone.

Neuschwanstein Castle was a finalist in the campaign to choose the New 7 Wonders of the World.

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