Castles in the air: the spectacular cliff-hanging wonders

Sep 28, 2021 Panchali Dey

Swallow’s Nest, Ukraine

Located on top of Aurora Cliff at 130 ft above the Black Sea, near Yalta in Ukraine, it has now become a prominent symbol of the Crimean coastline. iStock

Lichtenstein Castle, Germany

Sitting on a cliff that is located near Honau on the Swabian Alb, the fairytale-like Neo-Gothic Lichtenstein Castle attracts visitors from across the world. iStock

Dunluce Castle, Northern Ireland

The dramatic location of this now-ruined medieval castle of Dunluce is a sight to watch. Today, one can visit the site to witness ruins that date mainly from the 16th and 17th centuries. iStock

Hohenwerfen Castle, Austria

Situated on a tall rock, above the Salzachtal valley, this majestic fortress dates back to 900 years and offers a scenic view of the surrounding mountains. iStock

Penafiel Castle, Spain

Built in the 15th century out of Campaspero stone, overlooking the valleys of Botijas and Duraton, this castle is considered to be one of the most important fortresses of medieval Castile. iStock

Venus Castle, Italy

Sitting at almost 2500 ft above the sea level on Mount Erice in Sicily, Italy, it’s a Norman structure that has been built on the site of the ancient Temple of Venus. iStock

Predjama Castle, Slovenia

This cliffside castle is beautifully built in the mouth of a cave in Southern Slovenia. It was rebuilt, but destroyed in 1511 by an earthquake, before it was built for the final time in 1570 in Renaissance style. iStock

Dunnottar, Scotland

This romantic castle is a photographer's paradise, a dream destination for a history lover, and an iconic tourist destination for curious visitors from across the world. iStock

Oravsky Hrad Cliff Castle, Slovakia

Considered one of the most beautiful castles in Slovakia, Oravsky Hrad castle sits comfortably above the Orava River on a 112 m high limestone rock formation. iStock

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