What Is the Oldest Castle in the World?

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Castles serve as an iconic piece of history with walls that hold stories through the centuries. While most were built during the Middle Ages, and predominantly by nobility and royalty for military purposes, they now serve as historical lessons and culturally significant sites. But which is the oldest castle in the world?

With these structures standing for centuries, so many of us seek out these buildings in hopes of learning and experiencing history. If you have castles on your bucket list but want to explore the oldest standing one, then read on.

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15. Himeji Castle, 1333

Himeji Castle, oldest castle in the world
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14. Vyborg Castle, 1293

Vyborg Castle oldest castle in the world
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13. Clock Tower of Sighisoara, 12th Century

Clock Tower of Sighisoara, oldest castle in the world
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12. Edinburgh Castle, 12th Century,

Edinburgh Castle, oldest castle in the world
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11. Castle of the Counts, 1180

Castle of the Counts, oldest castle in the world
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10. Killyleagh Castle, 1180

Killyleagh Castle, oldest castle in the world
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9. Alcazar of Segovia, Early 12th Century

Alcazar of Segovia, oldest castle in the world
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8. Rochester Castle, Late 1080s

Rochester Castle, oldest castle in the world
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7. Hohensalzburg Castle, 1077

Hohensalzburgh Castle, oldest castle in the world
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6. Windsor Castle, 1070

Windsor Castle, oldest castle in the world
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5. Warwick Castle, 1068

Warwick Castle, oldest castle in the world
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4. Portchester Castle, 11th Century

Portchester Castle, oldest castle in the world
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3. Reichsburg Cochem, 1100

Reichsburg Cochem, oldest castle in the world
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2. Château de Doué-la-Fontaine, 950 CE

Château de Doué-la-Fontaine, oldest castle in the world
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1. Citadel of Aleppo, 3000 BC

Citadel of Aleppo, oldest castle in the world
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