The castle, which guards the port town of Augusta in Sicily, was built in the 1240s by the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II, who came from the kingdom of Swabia in what is now southern Germany.

The Swabian Castle of Vieste is another significant landmark, strategically positioned to defend the town.

Start your search for time travel at the Swabian Castle, a stoic shoreside structure that has defended the city since the Byzantines established its site in the 9th century. The modern fortress ...

The Swabian Alps in southwest Germany offers hikers the tranquility of its forests as well as breathtaking views of the region. Among the major sights is Hohenzollern Castle, one of the most ...

A medieval castle on 1,500-acres in Perugia in Umbria Italy with the top-quality service standards and safety of a luxury resort can be rented this summer. Le Torri di Bagnara Castle a fully ...

The Venetians once had Bari within their fold and their Church of St. Marco can still be seen. On the perimeter of the old city there’s also an impressive Norman-Swabian castle.

Steeped in history, the Swabian Castle is the most significant part of history in the town, named the "most beautiful" in Italy.

He stayed in a Swabian castle. This is the stuff of Hollywood and Steven Spielberg. “If there really is 25 tons of gold, it would be worth around one billion euros at today’s prices,” he said.

Rave Run: Swabian Alps, Germany This rocky, steep trail offers runners incredible views of an 11th-century castle.

Explore the Norman-Swabian castle and don't miss nearby Alberobello's UNESCO-listed Trulli houses while you're there.