Windsor Castle

11th century1070UK (England)

CountryUK (England)

RegionBerkshire

Period11th century

Year Built1070

About Windsor Castle

The oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. William the Conqueror built the original wooden castle. Has been home to 40 monarchs. The 1992 fire destroyed 115 rooms. St Georges Chapel contains the tombs of 10 monarchs including Henry VIII and Charles I.

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