The United Kingdom is often associated with royalty. A trip to this country will never be complete without visiting its various castles. Here we will look at the Top 5 castles in the United Kingdom according to the Travel Channel. Windsor Castle The 900-year old Windsor Castle is recognized as the largest occupied and oldest official royal residence in the world. It is more than just a castle as it also houses several homes, a large church, and of course, the royal palace. Windsor Castle is visited by more than a million people yearly with the likes of Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, and Bill Clinton having been guests at the palace. Hampton Court Located along the River Thames, the Hampton Court was once occupied by Henry the VIII, known for having 6 wives and beheading 2 of them. His fifth wife was 15-year old Katherine Howard who was imprisoned, escaped, and then tried for treason. For trying to escape, she was dragged through a gallery that’s now called Haunted Gallery. The outside of the castle features a 60-acre garden, spectacular view of the River Thames, and a maze that has confused visitors for more than 300 years.   Edinburgh Castle […]