Plane Castle near Stirling, a 14th century fortress visited by royals including Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie ...

A Scottish castle has been recognised as one of Europe’s most spectacular, making it a must-see on any travel itinerary.

I didn’t know you could actually buy a castle,’ says Simon Hunt, sitting in the stone-walled kitchen nook of his 16th-century ...

SCOTLAND is blessed with fabulous hotels, but for family getaways it’s often easier (and cheaper) to book a self-catering ...

The National Trust for Scotland is embarking on an ambitious project to record all the ancient, veteran and notable trees ...

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Himeji Castle (Japan): Known as the "White Heron Castle" due to its elegant white exterior, Himeji Castle is one of Japan’s most iconic and well-preserved feudal castles, renowned for its beauty and ...

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