Medieval

This castle has decor from many periods of history, as well as a fairytale park.

Near Dresden, a scenic medieval castle ruin offers atmospheric views, educational ties to forestry, and a glimpse into Saxony’s past.

This 16th-century covered market is still open everyday.

These crumbling monastery ruins inspired a master of German Romanticism.

A coastal French town said to have been visited by Jesus' disciples is a major pilgrimage center for Catholic Romanis.

A river hides a charming medieval bridge.

A medieval shrine set into a towering canyon wall.

The “world’s smallest cathedral” is a remnant of one of Croatia’s medieval royal towns.

Two of Manchester’s oldest buildings were moved twice.

Though not uncommon in western Japan, this Buddha cut out of an ancient sarcophagus is the only example in central Tokyo.

The patron saint of cats founded this stunning Romanesque church in the 7th century.

A set of 13th and 14th century standardized bread measures.

This Medieval tannery was accidentally discovered in 2002.

A historic structure inspired by Roman, Muslim, and Jewish bath houses.

This 11th-century fortress is now the seat of Aragon’s state legislature.

A medieval tower, dating back to the 12th century, lingers in the Roman countryside.

The remains of what was once a motte-and-bailey castle, these earthworks offer visitors a tangible connection to England’s medieval past.