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Feel free to spend a spooky night in these castles and palaces. If you'd rather not, you could spend your free time with these excellent quizzes.
65 quizzes and 910 trivia questions.
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European Castles European Castles (30 quizzes)
1.
  The Palaces of Kings and Queens   popular trivia quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Can your match each royal palace to the correct country in which it can be found?
Easier, 10 Qns, irishchic5, May 08 24
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May 08 24
305 plays
2.
Location Location Location
  Location, Location, Location   best quiz  
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
Are you in the market for a new home? Do you want somewhere with a bit of history? Do you mind tourists poking around? Why not buy a castle!
Tough, 10 Qns, eburge, May 23 14
Tough
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3868 plays
3.
  No Need for a Cushion - Ducal Seats in England   best quiz  
Label Quiz
 10 Qns
While the number of dukes in England is not as great as it once was, they do still live in some very fine places. Can you match these ten English dukes with their family seat?
Average, 10 Qns, Red_John, Mar 31 23
Average
Red_John
Mar 31 23
225 plays
4.
  Castles, Castles, Everywhere   best quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Each of these castles is a much-visited tourist destination. Do you know where you need to go to visit each one?
Very Easy, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Jul 30 18
Recommended for grades: 9,10,11,12
Very Easy
looney_tunes editor
779 plays
5.
  I'd Love To Live There   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
As they raced their way around the world, the Peerless Peloton found a number of desirable residences in which they would love to live. We present a plethora of palaces for your perusal and pleasure.
Easier, 10 Qns, KayceeKool, Dec 19 14
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2929 plays
6.
Tales of the Winter Palace of Russia
  Tales of the Winter Palace of Russia   top quiz  
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
From 1712-1917 (except for a brief period from 1728-30) the Winter Palace was considered to be the official home of the Russian Czar. Come along with me, and let's see what we can find out about the history of the building!
Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Feb 19 21
Average
ponycargirl editor
Feb 19 21
210 plays
7.
  Pick a Palace   great trivia quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Ten palaces from around the world. Can you figure them out from the descriptions?
Very Easy, 10 Qns, zorba_scank, Feb 13 21
Very Easy
zorba_scank gold member
Feb 13 21
687 plays
8.
  Castles of the World   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Here is a quiz on some of the castles of the world. Some of them may end up on your bucket list.
Average, 10 Qns, dcpddc478, Aug 27 24
Average
dcpddc478
Aug 27 24
4679 plays
9.
  Where's That Castle?   great trivia quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Can you match these famous castles with the countries where they can be found?
Easier, 10 Qns, stedman, Mar 17 16
Easier
stedman editor
1115 plays
10.
Around the World in 10 Castles
  Around the World in 10 Castles   popular trivia quiz  
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
Come along on a photographic journey of ten notable castles, many of them from medieval times and beyond. We start this tour in Europe and Asia and will cover the rest of the world in the next installment.
Average, 10 Qns, EnglishJedi, Dec 08 14
Average
EnglishJedi gold member
818 plays
trivia question Quick Question
A Scottish castle is the site of an annual world-renowned military display. What is the castle called?

From Quiz "Castles of Europe"




11.
Passport Denied
  Passport Denied   popular trivia quiz  
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
I wanted to visit some of the beautiful castles of Europe but since my passport didn't come through, I decided to tour some impressive palaces in India instead.
Average, 10 Qns, zorba_scank, Dec 19 14
Average
zorba_scank gold member
482 plays
12.
Beautiful Bodiam Castle
  Beautiful Bodiam Castle    
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
Welcome to my quiz on Bodiam Castle. I hope that you enjoy playing it and learn about some of the castle's history and function.
Average, 10 Qns, mcsurfie, Aug 18 24
Average
mcsurfie
Aug 18 24
372 plays
13.
The Amazing Alhambra
  The Amazing Alhambra   great trivia quiz  
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
The Alhambra is one of Spain's most famous tourist attractions. How much do you know about this historical treasure?
Average, 10 Qns, Joepetz, Nov 29 18
Average
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Nov 29 18
256 plays
14.
Around the World in 10 Castles 2
  Around the World in 10 Castles (2)   popular trivia quiz  
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
We continue our photographic journey of notable castles, many of them from medieval times and beyond. Last time we visited Europe and Asia, so we now move on to the rest of the world.
Average, 10 Qns, EnglishJedi, Mar 21 16
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EnglishJedi gold member
351 plays
15.
Schonbrunn Palace
  Schonbrunn Palace    
Photo Quiz
 10 Qns
Schonbrunn Palace is not just any palace. It is home to some of Europe's most fascinating gardens, exhibits, art and architecture. How much do you know about the various places in this Austrian wonder?
Average, 10 Qns, Joepetz, Dec 22 18
Average
Joepetz gold member
Dec 22 18
261 plays
16.
  Citadels Around the World   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
In this quiz, we're taking a look at ten different citadels-- fortified city centres of past and present. Good luck!
Average, 10 Qns, kyleisalive, Sep 19 21
Average
kyleisalive editor
Sep 19 21
273 plays
17.
  Clarence House   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Clarence House is one of many Royal residences located in London. How much do you know about it?
Average, 10 Qns, rossian, Mar 24 20
Average
rossian editor
Mar 24 20
407 plays
18.
  Castles and Great Houses of Scotland   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Scotland's long and sometimes dark and bloody history is written in the stones of some of her castles and great houses. From the clues given, test your knowledge of some of Scotland's famed heritage sites.
Tough, 10 Qns, JaneofGaunt, Feb 08 09
Tough
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678 plays
19.
  HM Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London - 1   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
In this quiz, the first of two, I will take you on a short tour of one the United Kingdom's, if not the world's, iconic landmarks, Her Majesty's Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London.
Average, 10 Qns, SisterSeagull, Sep 24 18
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535 plays
20.
  So Scandalous!    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Is there any great palace which was not the dwelling place of someone considered "so scandalous"? Follow me to the former homes of three beheaded Queens: Anne Boleyn, Mary, Queen of Scots and Marie Antoinette of France.
Average, 10 Qns, heidi66, Aug 12 24
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Aug 12 24
408 plays
21.
  Himeji Castle   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
If you're planning a world tour to visit castles (and why not?), this Japanese castle is one to place on the to-do list.
Average, 10 Qns, looney_tunes, Dec 29 19
Average
looney_tunes editor
Dec 29 19
149 plays
22.
  HM Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London - 2   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is the second of my quizzes that takes a look at one of London's most distinctive landmarks; HM Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London.
Average, 10 Qns, SisterSeagull, Sep 24 18
Average
SisterSeagull gold member
422 plays
23.
  European Castles and Palaces: Pt 1    
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
This is a wide-ranging quiz about some important castles and palaces in Europe.
Tough, 20 Qns, tripeuro, Mar 07 19
Tough
tripeuro
Mar 07 19
694 plays
24.
  Castles of the Black Douglases    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Match each of these castles associated with the "Black Douglases" with the modern Scottish (or overseas) region where it can be found
Average, 10 Qns, Mugaboo, Jul 26 18
Average
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104 plays
25.
  Casa Loma    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Test your knowledge on this beautiful Canadian castle.
Average, 10 Qns, junepearl, Nov 07 19
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Nov 07 19
408 plays
26.
  Castles of Michigan    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Not all castles are ancient. These are 10 castles or castle-like structures across the state of Michigan.
Average, 10 Qns, Shadowmyst2004, Mar 24 16
Recommended for grades: 11,12
Average
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262 plays
27.
  Mind Your 'Manors'    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
America has some fantastic castles and manors from New England to the West Coast. Come on a journey with me to learn about some of them!
Average, 10 Qns, stephgm67, Jun 16 23
Average
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Jun 16 23
192 plays
28.
  Mysteries of Rennes Le Chateau    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Rennes Le Chateau is one of the most interesting -and mysterious - places in the world.
Average, 10 Qns, robert362, Feb 21 10
Average
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614 plays
29.
  Coral Castle Conundrum    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
No one can explain it, yet it exists. What is it and how much do you know about it?
Average, 15 Qns, robertogee, Jan 12 24
Average
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Jan 12 24
422 plays
30.
  European Palaces and Castles: Pt 2    
Multiple Choice
 25 Qns
Another look at some of Europe's famous historical residences and a few prisons thrown in as well.
Difficult, 25 Qns, tripeuro, Nov 30 24
Difficult
tripeuro
Nov 30 24
506 plays
31.
  Missing in the Red Fort, India    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
My friend Pitegny is missing in the Red Fort. I think she lost herself in the history and the wonderful architecture. Let's find her!
Average, 10 Qns, em1958, Apr 14 19
Average
em1958 gold member
Apr 14 19
165 plays
32.
  Castles of Ohio    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Not all castles are ancient. These are 10 castles or castle-like structures across the state of Ohio.
Tough, 10 Qns, Shadowmyst2004, Sep 01 22
Tough
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Sep 01 22
190 plays
33.
  Royal Palaces of France    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
French monarchs were prolific builders and left behind some architectural masterpieces. Sadly, there are others that have been lost forever. How much do you know about the dwellings of French Kings?
Average, 10 Qns, talleyrand, Jul 06 15
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34.
  Border Castles    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The Borders' history is full of clashes between England and Scotland, and the landscape has many castles, towers and fortified houses. This quiz is about a few of them.
Difficult, 10 Qns, hmacca, Feb 27 17
Difficult
hmacca
372 plays
35.
  Castles: More than a Fairy Tale    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Blame it on Walt Disney! I have always wanted to live in a castle. How much do you know about these iconic structures?
Average, 10 Qns, irishpaula, May 08 23
Average
irishpaula
May 08 23
333 plays
36.
  Hearst Castle Quiz    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I've always wanted to visit the beautiful Hearst Castle in San Simeon, California- so I thought making a quiz would be the next best thing!
Difficult, 10 Qns, bullymom, Feb 27 19
Difficult
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Feb 27 19
501 plays

Castles & Palaces Trivia Questions

1. On which well-known thoroughfare is Clarence House located?

From Quiz
Clarence House

Answer: The Mall

The Mall is the road that runs from Trafalgar Square to Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the monarch. The name is derived from an early game called pall-mall, an early form of croquet. Regent Street and Oxford Street are better known for being shopping areas, and Downing Street is home to the residences of the Prime Minister and Chancellor of the Exchequer.

2. Himeji Castle is found in the town of Himeji, in the Hyogo Prefecture. To which Japanese island will you need to travel to visit Himeji Castle?

From Quiz Himeji Castle

Answer: Honshu

Honshu is the largest of the islands that comprise the nation of Japan, and the one with the largest population - hardly surprising, since Tokyo is located there. The elongated island is connected by bridges and tunnels to Hokkaido to the north, and the smaller islands of Shikoku and Kyushu to the south. Hyogo Prefecture is located in the southern part of Honshu, close to Shikoku.

3. Pitegny and I are visiting India. In which city in India will you find the Red Fort?

From Quiz Missing in the Red Fort, India

Answer: Delhi

The Red Fort is an historic fort in the city of Delhi. This beautiful fortress and palace was the centre of the city of Shahjahanabad. Shahjahanabad was founded in 1639 as the capital for the Mughal emperors. It remained the capital of the Mughal Empire until it fell in 1857. This is what we now call Old Delhi. The Red Fort is considered Old Delhi's crown jewel.

4. Found atop Cap Diamant, the Citadelle of what Canadian city is both the oldest military fort in the country and the home of the Governor General?

From Quiz Citadels Around the World

Answer: Quebec City

La Citadelle, or the Citadelle of Quebec, was constructed in the early eighteenth century as a strategic military fortification and its construction was a major factor in the layout of Quebec City as a whole; it's one of the few cities in not only Canada, but in the Americas to be surrounded by city walls. The Historic District of Old Québec is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its historical role in the formation of Canada and North America and because of its architectural backing. The Citadelle continues to be used for active military functions and is home to royal residences.

5. Château d'Amboise was built atop a promontory, on the foundations of an old fortress, and was seized by King Charles II in the 1400s. Years later, another French king, Charles VIII, met his death at the château in what unusual way?

From Quiz Châteaux de France

Answer: He hit his head on a low doorway.

A World Heritage Site, the Royal Château d'Amboise was the seat of the Court of Charles VIII and Francis I. Henri II and his wife Catherine de' Medici both resided there as well, as did Mary, Queen of Scots; she lived there as a child prior to her marriage to Francis II. It is also the possible burial site of Leonardo da Vinci, who visited the château in 1516 at the invitation of Francis I and reportedly expressed a desire to be buried there. Charles VIII was born at the château in 1470, and in 1492 he embarked upon a restoration of the building, first in a French Gothic Flamboyant style and then, following the Italian War of 1494-1495, in an Italian style. In 1498, he bumped his head on a door lintel on his way to watch a tennis match. After the game, he fell into a coma and died several hours later from cranial trauma.

6. Loveland Castle, Ohio, is also known by what other name?

From Quiz Castles of Ohio

Answer: Chateau Laroche

Chateau Laroche, located in Loveland, Ohio was built was built over the course of 50 years by World War I veteran and boy-scout troop leader Harry Andrews. He hand-built the castle brick by brick. When he died in 1981 he willed the castle to his troop, known as the Knights of the Golden Trail. It has since been turned into a museum.

7. Built in 1895, which city's downtown area is home to the Henderson Castle?

From Quiz Castles of Michigan

Answer: Kalamazoo

Originally built as a private residence, the Franklin Castle had the entire downtown build up around it. The castle was built just a few years after the city officially incorporated in 1884. The castle was renovated and opened to the public in 2011 as a bed and breakfast.

8. The building of this huge castle, built by King Edward 1 on the north Wales shoreline near to the island of Anglesey, was started in 1283. It still dominates the local area today. The very first Prince of Wales was born here.

From Quiz My Favourite Welsh Castles

Answer: Caernarfon

Edward I was an English King who determined to subjugate the Welsh people. He built several castles in Wales to help achieve this. His first son was born in Caernarfon in 1284. In 1301, Edward realised that by creating him Prince of Wales, it would encourage the populace to accept the prince and therefore himself too. The heir to the British throne has traditionally been created Prince of Wales since that time. Prince Charles was declared Prince of Wales in 1958 during the Commonwealth Games held in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales and was formally invested at Caernarfon Castle in 1969, at the age of 20.

9. Which palace forms part of the famed Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg, Russia?

From Quiz I'd Love To Live There

Answer: Winter Palace

The current Winter Palace, which is situated between Palace Square and the south embankment of the Neva River in St Petersburg, is a far cry from the humble wooden house built for Peter the Great. It is the fourth incarnation to occupy the site and was designed and built by the Italian architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli between 1754 and 1762 on the orders of the Tsarina Elizabeth. Built in the Russian Baroque style, the interiors of the palace were gutted by fire in 1837 but were restored on the orders of Tsar Nicholas I. The last tsar to use the palace as his main residence was Alexander II as, following his assassination in 1881, its size was considered to be a security risk. Following the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in 1917, the palace became the headquarters of the provisional government. This led to its storming by the Bolsheviks in the same year when the palace was ransacked. It was declared part of the State Hermitage Museum in October 1917. Today many of the palace's state rooms are open to the public. Highlights for visitors include the Malachite Room, where over two tons of Ural Malachite were used in the decoration, and the heavily gilded Golden Drawing Room.

10. Situated on cliffs overlooking the English Channel, which castle has been a key castle in the defence of England, right up to the Second World War?

From Quiz Castles in Kent

Answer: Dover Castle

Built in the 12th century, on what was believed to be a former Iron Age fortification, Dover Castle has commanding views across the English Channel to Northern France and Calais. Because of its strategic importance, Dover Castle has been described as the "Key to England", given its command over ships passing through the English Channel and at a point where England is at the closest point to mainland Europe. As such, Dover Castle was a prime objective for enemy forces, and saw its fortification modified over the coming centuries, including secret underground tunnels. Even in World War 2 the castle saw service, including being the operations base for Operation Dynamo, the evacuation of British Troops from Dunkirk. English Heritage now own Dover Castle, and it is open to visitors.

11. To which European country would I have to travel if I wished to see Loarre Castle?

From Quiz Castles of the World

Answer: Spain

This 12th century Spanish castle is located in the Aragon region of Spain as protection from the Muslims to the south. While only the ruins of this stone castle remain, its beauty and strength are still very evident.

12. This castle is situated above a harbour on the Dee estuary in the northeast of Wales. The castle gives its name to one of the traditional counties of Wales. The name also refers to a variety of quartz.

From Quiz Name that Welsh Castle

Answer: Flint Castle

Construction on this castle started in 1277 and continued for nine years. It was part of the ring of defensive castles constructed by Edward I to control the Welsh and is based on the Savoyard or French style of building. One of the corner towers was enlarged to form the Keep. Richard the Second was captured here in 1399 after he fled London.

13. Who was the first King to die at Stirling Castle?

From Quiz Scotland: Stirling Castle

Answer: Alexander I

Alexander I died at Stirling Castle in 1124. The earliest record of there being a fortress at Stirling is when Alexander I dedicated an existing chapel with in the castle. David I was the youngest son of Malcolm III and founded an Abby below the castle in 1140. William I did die at Stirling but not until 1214 and Alexander II was William's son.

14. In which English county would you find Leeds Castle?

From Quiz British Castles

Answer: Kent

Named after the village of Leeds in Kent not the city of Leeds in Yorkshire.

15. Where did Mary Queen of Scots ride out to visit Lord Bothwell on his sickbed?

From Quiz Border Castles

Answer: Hermitage Castle

The forty mile round trip from Jedburgh to Hermitage castle exhausted Queen Mary and she nearly died of a fever afterwards. Some years later, when a captive of Queen Elizabeth of England, she said, "Would that I had died in Jedburgh..."

16. When did the construction of Harlech Castle begin?

From Quiz Welsh Castles: Harlech Castle, Gwynnedd

Answer: 13th century

Construction started in 1283 and took seven years to complete. It cost approximately £8000-£9000 to build.

17. Which Canadian city is Casa Loma located in?

From Quiz Casa Loma

Answer: Toronto

This past Canada day, my family and I went to visit the castle for the first time, even though we live a mere one hour drive from the site. It is incredible to be driving through Toronto, where you can see huge skyscrapers, apartment buildings and big city life, then to see a real castle, with turrets and all.

18. This Parisian home of French Kings was situated on the Ile de la Cite. Home to King Louis IX (St. Louis), it was abandoned by King Charles V in the 14th century.

From Quiz Royal Palaces of France

Answer: Palais de la Cite

In due course, the Palais de la Cite became part of the Palais de Justice and contained the infamous prison, the Conciergerie. This is the prison where Marie-Antoinette was held prior to her execution.

19. What is the Coral Castle?

From Quiz Coral Castle Conundrum

Answer: A ten-acre tourist attraction

It is a ten-acre tourist attraction comparable to Stonehenge, though not an ancient temple. It is constructed entirely of enormous monoliths weighing many tons each, quarried and erected by one man. "One of the most amazing structures ever built", according to About.com.

20. Most visitors to this 15th century Irish castle will want to bend backwards under the battlements to kiss the famous stone. What is the name of the castle?

From Quiz Castles of Europe

Answer: Blarney Castle

Kissing the Blarney Stone is meant to give the gift of eloquence and persuasiveness. Blarney Castle is in County Cork. Dublin Castle is, of course, in Dublin and the name of the city comes from the black pool ("dubh linn") beneath the castle gardens. Dun Aengus is a 2000-year old fort ruin on the Aran Island of Inishmor. Donegal Castle is in ruins and has no stone to kiss.

21. Where is Rennes Le Chateau located?

From Quiz Mysteries of Rennes Le Chateau

Answer: France

The Chateau is located in Southern France. It is rumored to house mysteries of religious significance, vast treasures, etc. Fact - or legend?

22. The only non-royal (or former non-royal) building in England to be termed a palace is Blenheim. Who resides there?

From Quiz European Castles and Palaces: Pt 1

Answer: The Dukes of Marlborough

John Churchill, the Duke of Marlborough was granted this residence by a grateful Queen (Anne) and the nation in recognition of his victory against Louis XIV in the War of the Spanish Succession. The annual rent is a small Bourbon banner displayed at Windsor Castle. The Palace of Westminster is so called because it was once a royal palace.

23. Who owns Warwick Castle?

From Quiz Warwick Castle

Answer: The Tussauds Group

As well as the various waxworks displays worldwide, the Tussauds Group owns The London Eye, Chessington World of Adventure, Alton Towers and Thorpe Park.

24. Which chateau is famous for its sculptured gardens, thought to be the best in France?

From Quiz Castles of the Loire Valley

Answer: Villandry

Flowers, shrubs, vegetables, herbs, and more are grown in these magnificent gardens at Villandry.

25. What year did building begin on the current site of Warwick Castle?

From Quiz Warwick Castle

Answer: 914

In the year 914, when Warwick was threatened by Danish invaders, Ethelfleda, the daughter of Alfred the Great ordered the building of a "burgh", or an earthen rampart to protect the small hilltop town. The castle has been added to and developed for hundreds of years.

26. The first castle of this quiz is located in south Gloucestershire. It was commenced by the 3rd Duke of Buckingham in 1511, and the building of this castle stopped in 1521 when the Duke was beheaded.

From Quiz Castles of Europe

Answer: Thornbury Castle

The Duke of Buckingham seems to have had bad luck: he was accused of treason due to 'certain words spoken'. King Henry VIII stayed here with his wife Anne Boleyn in 1535. Susequently, Princess (later Queen) Mary stayed as well.

27. Hastings Castle, built by William the Conqueror on the cliff above where he first landed, thrived until disaster struck in the 1300s. What happened to it?

From Quiz English Castle Ruins

Answer: The southern half fell into the sea.

Yes, folks, there was an immense storm and part of the cliff gave way. So what has the city of Hastings done about this erosion problem in recent years? Why, built a resort right underneath the (new) southern end of the cliff, of course!

28. Which Scottish castle is the summer home of the Royal Family?

From Quiz Scottish Castles

Answer: Balmoral Castle

Members of the Royal Family can be seen frequenting this gorgeous castle in the summer months.

29. The building of Clarence House was commissioned by the Duke of Clarence in the 1820s. He went on to become king under which name?

From Quiz Clarence House

Answer: William IV

William was the third son of George III, who was monarch rather earlier, during the time of the American Revolution. William succeeded his older brother, George IV, on the throne. William IV ruled from 1830 until 1837, and had no surviving legitimate children. He was succeeded by his niece, Victoria. George IV ruled from 1820 until 1830 and had only one daughter, who died in childbirth in 1817. Edward VII was a twentieth-century monarch.

30. Once you arrive in Himeji, where will you locate the castle?

From Quiz Himeji Castle

Answer: On a hilltop near the centre of the city

The construction of a fort on the top of Himeyama hill was the starting point, with the city growing around it. Defensive structures were typically built on hilltops - it puts any attackers at a distinct disadvantage if they have to climb the hill as they approach. Himeyama is not a very high hill (about 46m, or 150 ft, above sea level at its peak), but it is enough of an elevation to have made it a suitable site for the fort.

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