Neuschwanstein castle

Neuschwanstein is a castle of the paradox, it was built in the 19th century in Bavaria, at a time when castles no longer had strategic and defensive purposes.

Schloss Neuschwanstein (german for castle) was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria, also known as the “Fairytale King”.

King Ludwig was a great admirer and supporter of Richard Wagner, the world-renowned composer. Neuschwanstein Castle was built in his honor and many rooms in the castle’s interior were inspired by Wagner’s characters. The third floor particularly reflects Ludwig’s admiration of Wagner’s operas.

The Singers Hall, which occupies the entire fourth floor of Neuschwanstein also contains characters from Wagner’s operas. Neuschwanstein literally means “New Swan Castle” referencing “the Swan Knight” one of Wagner’s characters.