Nine hundred years of history is a long time for a building to stay relevant. The Tower of London has managed it by being everything at once: a fortress, a prison, a palace, a mint, a zoo, an armoury, and a tourist attraction. The White Tower, the central keep, was built by William the Conqueror […]
Categories: Castles and Palaces, Cities, Sights, Sights, United Kingdom, Virtual Travel
The spires of Drottningholm Palace rise elegantly above the manicured hedges of its French-style gardens, reflected perfectly in the still waters of Lake Mälaren. This is the private residence of the Swedish royal family, a living palace where the King and Queen have made their home since 1981, yet large sections are open to the […]
