Three of Europe's most beautiful castles in Italy. Here is where they are located

According to a survey by Jetcost, a search engine for airfares, hotels and car rentals, among the most fascinating castles in Europe three would be Italian. In fact, Europe is full of castles of all kinds: some almost in ruins, others in perfect condition and some inhabited, by the sea or on the banks of rivers and lakes; and still others rise on plains or dizzying cliffs.

The survey found that there are twenty of Europe’s most attractive castles, and of these three are in Italy: the Castle of Miramare, Sirmione Castle on Lake Garda, and Castel Sant’Angelo.

Sirmione Castle is distinguished by its unique location in the middle of Lake Garda. It constitutes a spectacular example of medieval architecture, whose majesty is accentuated by its beautiful surroundings. This castle, surrounded by drawbridges, a moat, towers, walkable and frosted walls, has the typical elements of a medieval fortress. Climbing the 150 steps is worth it because the view of the lake and Sirmione from the highest tower is spectacular.

Miramare Castle retains most of its original furnishings and decorations. Surrounded by a botanical garden, with striking panoramic views thanks to its position on a cliff overlooking the Gulf of Trieste, it is a wonderful combination of medieval, Renaissance, and Gothic styles.

Castel Sant’Angelo is one of the most photographed buildings in Rome, and stands right where the heart of the capital meets Vatican City. Castel Sant’Angelo was originally built in the 2nd century as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian and his family, then became a military fortress. It takes its name from a legend that the archangel Michael appeared atop the castle to stop the plague that was ravaging Rome in the year 509.

Among the other most beautiful castles in Europe, the Alhambra in Granada, Spain, Edinburgh Castle in Scotland, Óbidos Castle in Portugal, Bojnice Castle in Slovakia, Bellver Castle in Spain, Chambord Castle in France, Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany, Bran Castle in Romania, the Tower of Belèm in Portugal, Predjama Castle in Slovenia, Guimarães Castle in Portugal, the Alcazar of Segovia in Spain, Malbork Castle in Poland, Belmonte Castle in Spain, Trakai Castle in Lithuania, Peñíscola Castle in Spain, and Kronborg Castle in Denmark.

Three of Europe's most beautiful castles in Italy. Here is where they are located

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