Hohenzollern Castle

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The first mention of a medieval defensive fortress dates back to 1267. However, researchers have every reason to believe...
27/01/2023

The first mention of a medieval defensive fortress dates back to 1267. However, researchers have every reason to believe that this castle building was built at the beginning of the 11th century.

Ancient cannon in the castle walls
Ancient cannon in the castle walls
During its long history, the residence of the Hohenzollerns was rebuilt three times, having experienced, figuratively speaking, three births. The so-called first castle existed until 1423. In the spring it was surrounded by the troops of the imperial cities of powerful Swabia. The composition of this tribal duchy of Germany, within the maximum boundaries, included the territories of the modern state of Baden-Württemberg, almost all of eastern Switzerland, several historical regions of France, Austria, Italy and all of Liechtenstein. On May 15, 1423, the enemies not only took, but also completely destroyed the Hohenzollern castle - this date became a black day in its history.

The appearance of the Hohenzollern Castle impresses even the most seasoned travelers with its beauty and sophistication....
25/01/2023

The appearance of the Hohenzollern Castle impresses even the most seasoned travelers with its beauty and sophistication. No wonder it is considered one of the brightest examples of the German architectural style, which surprisingly combines modern and neo-romantic elements. Tourists who come here on an excursion get acquainted with the rich treasures of this castle with genuine interest, admiring the luxury and sophistication of its interiors. The rooms are furnished with expensive antique furniture, there are tapestries on the walls, you can admire it endlessly, discovering a lot of new things.

The path to Hohenzollern Castle is not easy: climbing up the steep steps takes about 20 minutes. Overcoming it, one can imagine the difficulties of preaching by the enemies of the German dynastic family, who repeatedly subjected the impregnable residence under siege. But then all the difficulties will surely arise a hundredfold, since acquaintance with Hohenzollern, without a doubt, one of the most obvious events of your life, which will surely become mandatory, will come here again, and maybe more than one ...

25/01/2023

Hohenzollern Castle, Germany 🇩🇪

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Hohenzollern Castle is one of Germany's most recognizable and popular landmarks. Located 50 km south of the city of Stut...
23/01/2023

Hohenzollern Castle is one of Germany's most recognizable and popular landmarks. Located 50 km south of the city of Stuttgart, the capital of the federal state of Baden-Württemberg, it has long been the family home of the powerful Hohenzollern dynasty, which ruled the country from the 12th century to 1918 inclusive. Not far from the ancient castle-fortress are the settlements of Bisingen and Hechingen, and he himself is located on the top of the Hohenzollern mountain, which the locals simply call Zoller (or Zollern), majestically “looking” at the surroundings from a height of 855 meters.

23/01/2023

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