Peles Castle, Sinaia, Romania
One of the most beautiful castles in Eastern Europe, the Neo-Renaissance Peles Castle is our number 5.
Located near the city of Sinaia in Prahova Country, the Peles Castle offers an amazing experience for its visitors.
The Peles Castle was built at the desire of King Carol I of Romania by architects Johannes Schultz, Carol Benesch and Karel Liman.
Its architecture is similar with the one of the Neuschwanstein Castle from Germany and although Peles is a palace, it is consistently called a castle.
The Peles Castle was inaugurated in 1883. The total expenses for the construction of this amazing castle were of $120 million in 1883.
Currently the Peles Castle is owned by King Michael I of Romania.
