The Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany

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The Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany

July 8th, 2007 by Shenron

Built in the 19th century by Ludwig II, this Bavarian Castle became the model of the Walt Disney Castle, and is a magnificent example of construction; however it was never finished completely inside, as Ludwig II was deposed before he could complete it. The castle is now owned by the German state of Bavaria and serves as one of its major draws to the area in tourism and tours. King Ludwig II had been inspired by the works of Wagner, and hired a set designer to help draft up an overall look, which was then looked over by the court construction engineer, and thus began construction in 1869. Only fourteen of the interior rooms are completely finished, with the rest remaining bare and incomplete. The impact on the local economy in Bavaria has been positive, bringing in much needed commerce and jobs to the locals, and it holds the record as the most photographed building in Germany.