Castles in the Bavarian Alps Dec 5, 2023

The Bavarian Alps, a majestic mountain range in southern Germany, are home to two castles: Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. Neuschwanstein Castle was commissioned by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in the 19th century. This Romanesque Revival palace is renowned for its fairy-tale-like architecture, towers and breathtaking mountain backdrop. Across the valley, gazing out over Lake Alpsee, is the equally spectacular Hohenschwangau Castle, built by Ludwig II"s father, King Maximilian II of Bavaria. These two castles boast rich interiors, displaying intricate artwork and historical artefacts. Both castles attract millions of visitors every year, offering a glimpse into the opulent past of Bavaria.

© Harald Nachtmann/Getty Images

palette

Today in History

Santa slalom
Dec 5, 2024Tufa formation on Mono Lake, California, United States
Dec 5, 2025Maya site of Copán

More Desktop Wallpapers:

Jan 18, 2026White Sands National Park, New Mexico, United States
Apr 15, 2025World Art Day
Apr 21, 2025International Dark Sky Week
Jul 13, 2025International Rock Day
Dec 1, 2023Ross Sea, Antarctica
May 30, 2025Little Pigeon River, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, United States
Dec 10, 2024Lands End, Cornwall, England
Nov 30, 2023Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK
Feb 9, 2025Alstrom Point, Lake Powell, United States
An old bridge in a new light
Preserving Alaskas natural beauty
Nov 8, 2025Bandon Beach in Bandon, Oregon, United States
Dec 2, 2023Angkor, Cambodia
Mar 28, 2025Black-naped monarch
Stairway to heaven?
Dec 30, 2024Mount Field National Park, Tasmania, Australia
Jun 25, 2024Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada, USA
Will we be ready for the ‘big one?’
Want to hang about?
Sep 7, 2024Ganesh Chaturthi
Nov 21, 2024Lion cubs, South Africa
Apr 26, 2024Mangrove islands near Kundapura, Karnataka
One rare streak
The pillar of democracy
Jul 4, 2025Orosei, Sardinia, Italy
Dec 4, 2025Indian Navy Day
Mar 1, 2025Sandstone hoodoos, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, United States
A curious little otter pup
‘Night shining’ clouds
Solo on the savannah