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Ludwig II, the so-called "Mad King" of Bavaria, created a legacy of fairy tale castles, notably the world's most photographed, Neuschwanstein.

Known as the "Fairy Tale King," Ludwig II of Bavaria built three magnificent castles during his reign, as a way of escaping the unpleasantness of reality.

The Seven Weeks' War destroyed the German Confederation and shifted power from Vienna to Berlin, but Bavaria was treated leniently and her independence was preserved.

Bavaria, Germany has rich history of kings and castles. Ludwig I helped transform Bavaria into a cultural capital, while his grandson, Ludwig II built Neuschwanstein.

The publication, Live Forever Elizabeth Peyton, says as much about the life and times of the artist and the popular culture she records, as it does about her paintings.

Versailles-like Schloss Herrenchiemsee Castle on Herren Island in the Chiemsee Lake near Munich in Germany is an opulent fantasy palace built by Bavarian King Ludwig II.

By comparing various ages of postcards, you can see that Sleeping Beauty's Castle has evolved more than one would think.