Castles, palaces and fortresses: short videos

This page explores a variety of castles, palaces, and fortresses from around the world through a series of short videos, each linking to its source. Viewers can discover the 17th-century Nizwa Fort in Oman and the imperial palace complex of the Forbidden City in Beijing. The Alhambra in Spain and Buckingham Palace in London offer insights into historic and official residences. Other featured sites include the Moscow Kremlin's fortified complex, Bhutan's Punakha Dzong winter palace, and Japan's Himeji Castle with its distinctive white walls. The videos also cover unique locations such as Morocco's clay fortress Aït Benhaddou and the adobe citadels of Chan Chan in Peru, providing a diverse look at architectural and cultural heritage worldwide.