Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Neuschwanstein & Hohenschwangau – Part 5

This two royal castles are just 5km away from Fussen. A trek or bus ride will get you there in no time. Hohenschwangu (Castle of the High Swan County) and Neuschwanstein (New Swan Stone Palace) are the 219th century castle that makes a popular destination for many. With the latter being the inspiration of what is now the Sleeping beauty castle of Disneyland. Read about the history of this castles…pretty interesting. 

Hohenschwangau Castle

To Alpsee Lake

Neuschwanstein Castle

Going to that bridge next.

At the bridge that is covered in ice.

View of the castle from the bridge

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Monday, December 29, 2008

Tegelberg - Part 4

Up on the summit of Tegelberg-mountain

Thats Fussen town

It’ll be a waste to stay indoor!

Managed to take this while on the summit… view of the castle!!! Its my header photo as well.

Back on the ground, I’ve decided to trek to Hohenschwangau Castle.

Turning pink from the cold

Finally reached. Btw this is Neuschwanstein Castle which is opposite Hohenschwangau.

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