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Windsor Castle, England
Possibly one of the most famous castles in Europe is Windsor Castle in England, which has been the home of British royalty for centuries. The castle is surrounded by13 acres of land and features a fortification, a palace, and a small town. These days the castle features a Georgian and Victorian design based on a medieval structure, with Gothic features. As you would expect in any home of a monarch(君主), famous art pieces feature within the castle. Being one of the three official residences of the Queen, it is still fully operational and attracting tourists is not its main purpose. Visitors can expect to visit State Apartments as well as the St George's Chapel and witness changing of the Guard.
Mont-Saint-Michel, France
Few places in the world are as magical as the Mont-Saint-Michel in France. The awe-inspiring island located where Normandy and Brittanymeet is otherworldly(超世俗的)and unique. Even though not technically a castle, it would be difficult for anyone to deny its magnificence. What sits on top of the island is a medieval monastery attracting pilgrims for centuries. The legend tells that bishop Aubert from a nearby town was ordered by Archangel himself to build a church on top of the island. The scenery surrounding the island is everchanging as the tides of the bay can recede(后退)quickly, revealing a completely different view. During the low tide, the island can be reached on foot, and hundreds of tourists visit each day. Museums, parish church, and the abbey are open for visitors.
Eltz Castle, Germany
Eltz Castle has steadily become one of the most-photographed castles on Instagram with many landscape photographers choosing to capture it during the eerie(怪异的)hours of the day. The castle sits on top of a hill surrounded by a thick forest, adding to the mysterious feel. Due to its secluded position, it feels worlds away. Just like many medieval castles, Eltz Castle has seen its fair share of conflict but was never destroyed over the centuries. Interestingly, Eltz Family has possession of the castle to this day.
Bran Castle, Romania
Bran Castle is approximately 2500 feet high and rises from between surrounding trees. It overlooks the beautiful village of Bran, and the several towers and turrets(塔楼)give it a mysterious mood. Nowadays tourists can visit the castle and wander through the narrow stairways leading to 60 timbered(木质的)rooms, interesting, many of them connected by underground passages.
21. What do we know about Windsor Castle, England?
A. It is residence of the Queen now. B. Tourists can pay a visit to the castle for free.
C. You can visit every place in the castle. D. None of the art pieces is seen in the castle.
22. Which is the feature of Eltz Castle, Germany?
A. On top of the island sits a medieval monastery.
B. It can be reached on foot during the low tide.
C. Museums and church are accessible for visitors.
D. It is one of the most-photographed castles for its mystery.
23. What should you choose to experience wooden rooms?
A. Windsor Castle, England B. Mont-Saint-Michel, France
C. Eltz Castle, Germany D. Bran Castle, Romania
