The Fascinating History of Neuschwanstein Castle | Britannica

Neuschwanstein Castle, perched on a rugged hill in Bavaria, Germany, is one of the most iconic and fairytale-like castles in the world. Commissioned by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in the 19th century, it was designed as a romanticized homage to medieval architecture and inspired by the operas of composer Richard Wagner. Although never completed, the castle dazzles with its lavish interiors, dramatic towers, and breathtaking alpine backdrop. Its whimsical beauty has made it the model for Disney’s S