Neuschwanstein Castle
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 | Neuschwanstein Castle |
| Designer | unknown |
| Location | Neuschwanstein, Germany |
| Date | 1869 |
| Building Type | castle, large house |
| Climate | temperate |
| Context | rural alpine riverside |
| Architectural Style | Romantic |
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| Notes | "Schloss Neuschwanstein". Built for Louis II of Bavaria. Provides a wealth of fairytale storybook images, though considered to be relatively derivative in design. |
| At Great Buildings | http://www.GreatBuildings.com/buildings/Neuschwanstein_Castle.html |
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Within sight of Castle Hohenschwangau (Schloss Hohenschwangau), where King Louis II grew up.
"Neuschwanstein Castle was built in a time when castles and fortresses were no longer strategically necessary. Instead, it was born of pure fantasy – a beautiful, romantic composition of towers and walls in the perfect setting of mountains and lakes. The combination of various architectural styles and intrinsic craftwork has inspired generations of adults and children alike." — http://www.new7wonders.com/index.php?id=399
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Finalist in the New Seven Wonders international architectural landmarks contest.
