With towering white turrets, Neuschwanstein Castle is a fanciful 19th century palace built for Ludwig II of Bavaria.
The fanciful Neuschwanstein Castle in Schwangau, Germany
Press photo © 2000-2006 NewOpenWorld Foundation About Neuschwanstein Castle Although it is called a castle, this building in Schwangau, Germany is not a medieval fortress. With towering white turrets, Neuschwanstein Castle is a fanciful 19th century palace built for Ludwig II of Bavaria. Ludwig II died before his romantic home was completed. Eventually the graceful building was named
Neuschwanstein, which means
new swan stone.
In 2007, Neuschwanstein Castle was named a finalist in the campaign to designate New 7 Wonders of the World.
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