This gorgeous medieval castle endured wars with little damage ... It's open year-round for tours, but the most popular time to visit is in spring, when the cherry trees are in blossom.

Tours and photo shoots can be booked online ... Finally, if you want to discover other medieval castles elsewhere in the United States, be sure to visit Florida's Castle Otttis (with three ...

HIMEJI, Hyogo Prefecture--Himeji Castle is undoubtedly one of the best preserved feudal era castles in Japan, but visitors rarely get the opportunity to explore the entire medieval complex.

Archaeologists and academics flock to the castle to see their theories tried out and put into practice. Above all, building a medieval castle requires the skill and co-operation of a workforce ...