Architecture

The structure was designed by the architect Jean Chalgrin and the sculptures were made by François Rude.

In 2015-2016, the Spanish Steps underwent a restoration.

The excavated area comprises a cluster of stone circles, each surrounded by a high wall intersected by pillars.

When World War II broke out, the castle was prepared for war conditions.

The king never intended to open the palace to the public. However, just six weeks after the king's death, Prince Regent Luitpold Wittelsbach ordered the palace to be opened to visitors for a fee.

Windsor was not used as a royal residence from the beginning.

In the 18th century, Queen Anne created the Ascot Racecourse and began the tradition of the annual Royal Ascot Procession from the castle.

In 2013, a group of archaeologists led by Mike Parker Pearson excavated over 50,000 fragments of cremated bones.

It is assumed that the Colosseum was built by Jewish prisoners, imprisoned during and after the First Jewish-Roman War that took place from 66 AD to 73 AD.

At the end of the 18th century, Windsor Castle became the retreat of King George III.