1. Edinburg
Housing the Crown Jewels of Scotland, the Royal Apartments, The Great Hall, War Memorial, Mons Meg and the oldest chapel – St. Margaret’s chapel, the Edinburg castle presents a panoramic view of the city in its entirety. You will enter the castle on a bridge across a moat through the Portcullis Gate. Play to the stereotypes by drinking whiskey and a two-hour walk on this UNESCO World Heritage site will leave you all the more awe-struck!
Prices: Adult - GBP 19.50; Child - GBP 11.50
2. Paris

Chateau Fontaine Bleau
Timings: except Tuesdays - October to March : 9:30AM-5: 00 PM; April to September : 9:30AM-6: 00 PM
Prices: Within EUR 16
Château de Chantilly
Timings: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Prices: Under EUR 17
Château de Monte-Cristo
Timings: Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 AM - 12.30 PM, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Weekends: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Prices: Within EUR 10
Château de Vincennes
Timings: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Prices: Within EUR 10
Château de Pierrefonds
Timings: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Prices: Within EUR 10
Palace of Versailles
Timings: Tuesday to Sunday 9.30 AM - 6.30 PM
Prices: Within EUR 25
3. London

London – a royalty in its own right, has many murals and artefacts to its name. Many of them found in this city of castles – The Windsor Castle, The tower of London, Kensington Palace, Hampton Court Palace and the Buckingham Palace. The Windsor Castle, built in the 11th Century, is the Queen’s preferred residence and home to the gorgeous State Apartments and St. George’s Chapel. If you’re lucky, you can witness the changing of the guard ceremony. The Hampton Court Palace has a whole lot of history behind it and hosts a royal Tennis Court. The London tower is one of the oldest fortresses and boasts of iconic executions in British history.
Britain has partaken in the history of many countries, and a trip to Britain will show you their vast heritage spanning 900 years.
Buckingham Palace - open for visitors in June & July, based on prior booking
Windsor castle
Timings: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Prices: Within GBP 22.50
4. Prague

The Prague Castle in the Czech Republic dates back to the 9th century and has enthralling paintings. Over the years Prague was ruled by kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman emperors, and presidents of Czechoslovakia and hence sees all their influences in its craftsmanship. The visitors can also see the exhibitions and events happening here throughout the year. These activities outline the Prazan culture and prove to be engaging, especially among the kids. The picture gallery, The Cathedral of St. Vitus is a tour worth seeing!
Timings: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Price: Within CZK 350
5. Munich

Nymphenburg Palace
Timings: April – October 15: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; October 16 – March: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Price: EUR 5
Neuschwanstein Castle
Timings: March 28 – October 15: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; October 16 – March 27: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Price: EUR 12
Linderhof Palace
Timings: March 28 – October 15: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; October 16 – March 27: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Price: EUR 8.50
Burghausen Castle
Timings: April – September: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM; October – March: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Price: EUR 4.5
Munich Residenz
Timings: March 28 – October 18: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; October 19 – March: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Price: EUR 7
Hohenschwangau Castle
Timings: March 28 – October 15: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM; October 16 to March 18: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Price: EUR 12
6. Dublin

Timings: 9:45 AM - 17:45 PM
7. Kolkata

How to reach: Located 30 km from Barasat, the best way to reach is by car. After Berachampa, the gate of Gayen Baganbari will be on the leftWe’ve read about wars and the beginning of civilisation only in our history books. Little do we realise, there is so much for us to explore beyond these texts and castles are just the right milestones. Their styles of architecture, centuries ago speak volumes of their skills and are sure to pique your interest too. A tour of those complex structures that took immense toil and labour is sure to make your holiday a great experience!