Monday, 18 March 2013

NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE - GERMANY




Neuschwanstein Castle is one of the most visited castles in Germany and one of the most popular tourist destination in Europe. The castle is located in Bavaria, near the town of Fussen. It was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria, also known as the “Fairytale King”. King Ludwig was a great admirer and supporter of Richard Wagner, the world - renowned composer.



   
         King Ludwig II                                       Richard Wagner




 Neuschwanstein literally means “New Swan Castle” referencing of “the Swan Knight” one of the Wagner’s characters.

Neuschwanstein Castle was built in his honor and many rooms in the castle's interior were inspired by Wagner's characters. The third floor particularly reflects Ludwig's admiration of Wagner's operas.The Singers Hall, which occupies the entire fourth floor of Neuschwanstein also contains characters from Wagner's operas.



Interesting Facts about Neuschwanstein Castle



  • The Neuschwanstein castle was built for only one person – the King Ludwig II. Neuschwanstein is so immense though, that in some days it is visited by up to 6000 tourists.
  • Ludiwg slept only 11 nights in the castle
  • Ludiwg was Richard Wagner's patron, and many rooms of the castle were inspired by Wagner's operas.
 

 Exterior




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interior

 

 
Fourteen carpenters worked for more than four years to make the woodwork in the bedroom. 







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