You Can Virtually Tour A Bunch Of Palaces And Castles From Your Couch This Weekend
Built in 1882 by King Kalakaua, the Iolani Palace served as the home of the Hawaii's last reigning monarchs. After the overthrow of Hawaii's monarchy in 1893, it was used as the capitol for different Hawaiian governments. Currently the only official state residence in the U.S., the palace is registered as a National Historic Landmark. It's been restored and is open to the public.
Listed on the World Heritage Site for 30 years, the Palace of Versailles is one of the most famous cultural sites in the world. Louis XIV transformed his father's hunting building into an opulent royal residence and government center. In 1661, André Le N?tre began creating the gardens of Versailles, which took about 40 years to complete.
The oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, Windsor Castle was built by William the Conquerer in the 11th century. Since then, it's been home to 39 monarchs. Today, Queen Elizabeth II spends many of her weekends at the castle.
Perched on a volcanic plug in Scotland's capital city, the historic Edinburg Castle served as a fortress and royal residence for centuries. After Queen Margaret passed away at the castle in 1093, her son, King David I, made a chapel in her honor. One of the castle's oldest buildings, St. Margaret's Chapel still hosts weddings and christenings today.
Since 1837, Buckingham Palace has been the official residence of UK royalty. Today, it serves as the administrative headquarters of the Monarch. Many royal events and ceremonies are held at the palace, which is currently undergoing a $479 million renovation. In the summer, the palace is open to the public for guided tours.
After thousands of people gathered at the Hambach Festival of 1832, the Hambach Castle has been considered a symbol of the German democracy movement. The fortified castle offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
In the 18th century, Charles III of Spain commissioned architect Luigi Vanvitelli to create the palace. The Italian Baroque-designed palace was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. The palace's gardens, fountains, and cascades span 11 acres.
1) Iolani Palace, Honolulu, Hawaii
Built in 1882 by King Kalakaua, the Iolani Palace served as the home of the Hawaii's last reigning monarchs. After the overthrow of Hawaii's monarchy in 1893, it was used as the capitol for different Hawaiian governments. Currently the only official state residence in the U.S., the palace is registered as a National Historic Landmark. It's been restored and is open to the public.
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