10 Enchanting Castles Around the World You Have To Visit!

6. Prague Castle, Czech Republic

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Founded in the year 880, Prague Castle is of enormous historical importance to the Czech Republic, and brings the region the honor of having the largest castle complex in the world, according to Guinness! Most interesting fact: A fairly horrifying history provides the most interesting aspect of Prague Castle. There is a window on the third floor from which people, deemed enemies of the state, were thrown out. It is true that they all somehow survived the 70 feet fall, but having the castle because of which the term ‘defenestration’ was penned is not very quieting. Hopefully, the fact that this started a whole war made people realize it was not a very good practice and have given it up since.

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Holly Toledo
Hey there! I'm Holly Toledo, a 20-something wanderluster originally from the sunny shores of Puerto Rico, now calling the beautiful Pacific Northwest my home. When I'm not diving into the latest fashion trends or catching up with friends, you can bet I'm planning my next big adventure. I've been lucky enough to explore most of Europe and South America, and every trip fuels my passion for discovering new places, cultures, and experiences. I'm beyond thrilled to be part of the HeyTourist.com team, where I get to share my travel tips and stories with fellow explorers like you! Let's make your next journey unforgettable!

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