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Alnwick Castle (pronounced "Ännick"), located in the village of Alnwick in England, is the second largest inhabited castle in England after Windsor Castle. The castle's origins date back to 1096, when Yves de Vescy built it as a defense against Scottish invasions. The first documented mention dates back to 1136, when David I of Scotland captured the castle.
Over the centuries, Alnwick Castle changed hands several times. In 1309, the influential Percy family acquired the property, which it still owns today. The Percys, who later became Dukes of Northumberland, significantly influenced the castle's development.
Alnwick Castle has undergone numerous reconstructions and renovations. In the 16th century, Henry Algernon Percy, 5th Earl of Northumberland, initiated extensive renovations that preserved the castle's medieval appearance while redesigning the interior in the Italian Renaissance style.
The castle played an important role in English history, from medieval battles to aristocratic intrigues. It survived sieges, threatened destruction, and political upheaval. Today, Alnwick Castle not only serves as the residence of the current Duke of Northumberland but also houses museums and exhibitions. It has also established itself as a popular film location, particularly through its appearances in the Harry Potter film series.
Over the centuries, Alnwick Castle changed hands several times. In 1309, the influential Percy family acquired the property, which it still owns today. The Percys, who later became Dukes of Northumberland, significantly influenced the castle's development.
Alnwick Castle has undergone numerous reconstructions and renovations. In the 16th century, Henry Algernon Percy, 5th Earl of Northumberland, initiated extensive renovations that preserved the castle's medieval appearance while redesigning the interior in the Italian Renaissance style.
The castle played an important role in English history, from medieval battles to aristocratic intrigues. It survived sieges, threatened destruction, and political upheaval. Today, Alnwick Castle not only serves as the residence of the current Duke of Northumberland but also houses museums and exhibitions. It has also established itself as a popular film location, particularly through its appearances in the Harry Potter film series.
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