As a follow-up to my post about Ludwig II of Bavaria, a post about the castles he built.
I think in his time, Ludwig might be seen in the same manner we regard someone like Michael Jackson, and his castles remind of MJ’s Neverland Ranch.
The most impressive castle is Neuschwanstein, which was built by Ludwig II of Bavaria as a retreat and as a homage to Richard Wagner.
Herrenchiemsee is the biggest palace, but nor very impressive compared to Ludwig’s fairytale-style castles.
The Linderhof is the smallest castle, and the only of his buildings that Ludwig saw completed. You can clearly see how it was inspired by Louis XIV’s Versailles, in the shape of the castle.
The Königshaus am Schachen is, as the name says, more a house then a castle. It can only be reached after hours of walking. It was officially meant to be a hunter’s resort, but Ludwig used it to celebrate his birthdays.
Castle Falkenstein is a ruin Ludwig bought in 1883, with the intention to transform it into a fairytale castle. However since he died in 1886, the castle was never completed. This is how it was supposed to look when finished:
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A very good analogy, Basje, comparing King Ludwig with Michael Jackson.
An informative post too.
Thank you Sincerae! I think Ludwig and Michael Jackson are very similar, they’re both a little crazy or eccentric but also fascinating, in a way.
I’ve had the pleasure of visiting all but the last 2. Over the top yes, but the views alone are absolutely stunning.