What is the biggest castle in the world? |
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England's Windsor Castle is said to be the world's largest occupied castle, or castle with people living inside! In fact, Windsor Castle is one of the Queen's official residences, and she hosts events at this location, such as lunches and visits from other leaders.
Have you ever pretended that you live in a castle? Perhaps with a little imagination, your tree house or bedroom was transformed into a stone structure filled with adventures! We know that real castles can have many rooms and special features, like a drawbridge or a moat. There are so many amazing castles in our world, but which one is the biggest?
Ask a big question and you're likely to get many answers! While the answer to this question may change depending on how you define the word castle and what you consider the word to be describing, some say the world's largest castle is Malbork Castle in the country of Poland! This brick structure was once occupied by knights who needed a monastery and headquarters where they could brainstorm how to rule their land and defeat their enemies!
However, the Guinness Book of World Records claims that the Czech Republic's Prague Castle is the largest castle complex (group of buildings) in the world. This castle has been the home of kings, emperors and presidents!
England's Windsor Castle is said to be the world's largest occupied castle, or castle with people living inside! In fact, Windsor Castle is one of the Queen's official residences, and she hosts events at this location, such as lunches and visits from other leaders.







