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travel world architecture castles, palaces, and manor houses

I have had the opportunity to visit many different castles, palaces, and manor houses around the world and, like most people, I am fascinated by their history,
both in their architecture and the parts they have played in shaping the world as we know it today.
I have included all three examples of architecture together here because they often share many similar architectural characteristics.
While some of these were more like fortresses and others just personal residences, they often share a common theme of strength, beauty, and utility.

LINK TO WEBSITE EXPLAINING THE ARCHITECTURE OF CASTLES AND SIMILAR STRUCTURES

The ratings shown on these projects are an expression of my own personal tastes and evaluations.
Was the project groundbreaking? Were the spaces inspirational? Was there order and consistently in the design?
How well were the details handled? How was art integrated into the structure? How was the overall experience?

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unless otherwise noted all images copyright d. holmes chamberlin jr architect llc

asia

world travel
architecture
castles

himeji castle

himeji
japan

*****

world travel
architecture
castles

imperial palace

tokyo
japan

***1/2

europe

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