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Castles and palaces around the world are structures of grandeur, might and beauty. From the flamboyance of Germany's fairy tale-Neuschwanstein Castle to the gothic, Dracula-inspiring Bran Castle, perched high in the craggy peaks of Romania's Carpathian Mountains; Tokyo's Imperial Palace, previously home to samurai warriors to Ireland's Blarney Castle, where 'the gift of the gab' will be granted to any who kiss its stone, the world's castles and palaces are steeped in history and stories to tell. Travel writer and journalist Gilly Pickup shares these stories, providing a tour of 50 of the world's greatest castles and palaces, filled with humour, interesting facts and tips on how best to visit them.
About the Author
I am Gilly Pickup, award winning journalist/ travel & cruise specialist/ author. My features are published in national newspapers and magazines in the UK and overseas. Travels have taken me to around 60 countries and I have sailed on more than 40 cruise ships. I also write features on health and well being, food, history, arts & culture, the paranormal, wildlife and animals. I have had eleven books published. May I suggest to all those first time would-be authors out there, if a book is worth publishing, then a reputable publisher will accept it. Promise.My books include 'The A-Z of Curious London', 'Affirmations for Every Day', 'Paranormal London', 'The 50 Greatest Castles and Palaces of the World', 'What the British invented', 'The Little Book of Meditations', 'Haunted West End', 'The Little Book of Mindfulness', 'The Little Book of Spirituality,' 'Meditations for Every Day'. My 'Paranomal Scotland' book will be out in October 2020.Prior to my journalism career I worked as a Senior Political Researcher in the Palace of Westminster and back in the mists of time I was a local authority housing manager in Scotland, where I grew up.
