Himeji Castle in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan

This photo of the Himeji Castle with surrounding Cherry Blossoms was submitted by Krystle Navarrette while visiting the castle in April 2006. The Himeji Castle is one of the most spectacular castles in Japan and one of the few still in its original form. It was built upon the hilltop in 1346 and in December […]

Hohenschwangau Castle, Germany

This is a picture of Hohenschwangau Castle in Germany.  This is the castle where King Ludwig II spent his childhood.  I loved the colors of the castle nestled in the green trees with the blue sky overhead.  I visited in October and it rained a bit during the day but overall it was a beautiful […]