The historic Smithsonian Castle in Washington, D.C., which closed for a multi-year renovation, has temporarily reopened to the public for America’s 250th anniversary. Natalie Brand has more. Source link
Eight bottles of a legendary French wine that survived World War II and decades of communist rule hidden under a Czech castle floor have been lovingly restored by the chateau that produced them some 130 years ago. The bottles of Chateau d’Yquem — one of the world’s most expensive, highly prized sweet white wines — are … Read more
A prehistoric hidden cave and hippo bones found beneath a Welsh castle could transform understanding of ancient life in Britain, researchers said Thursday, calling the site a “once-in-a-lifetime discovery.” Previous small-scale excavations at Pembroke Castle – the birthplace of Henry Tudor and a popular tourist attraction – have already uncovered evidence of early humans and … Read more