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Windsor Castle

Imagine a giant castle that's been a home for kings and queens for almost 1,000 years!

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Windsor Castle Henry VIII Gateway

Windsor Castle Henry VIII Gateway

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Queen Mary's doll house at Windsor Castle
St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, Berkshire
Queen's Diamond Jubilee Parade and Muster at Windsor Castle
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Parents at Windsor Castle
Queen's Diamond Jubilee Parade and Muster at Windsor Castle

Key Facts

Location
Windsor, Berkshire, England.
Age
Construction began in the 11th century.
Longest Occupied Palace
It has been a royal home for almost 1,000 years.
Fun Fact
It is the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world.

Meet the Royal Giant!

Windsor Castle is a super old and super big castle in England, not too far from London. It's like a giant playground for royalty! It's been a home for English kings and queens for so, so long, almost a thousand years. That's longer than your grandparents' grandparents have been alive! It's a place filled with amazing stories and beautiful rooms.

A Castle Built for Protection!

A long, long time ago, a king named William the Conqueror built this castle. He wanted to make sure his kingdom was safe. The first castle was made of wood and earth, like a big pile of dirt with a fence. Over many years, it was rebuilt with strong stone, making it a super safe place. It even survived big fights and sieges!

Sparkly Rooms and Secret Chapels!

Inside Windsor Castle are rooms so fancy they look like they're from a fairytale! These rooms are decorated with amazing art and furniture. There's also a very special church called St. George's Chapel. It's like a masterpiece made of stone, with amazing tall windows. It's where many important royal events have happened.

A Home Through the Ages!

Windsor Castle has seen so many changes! Kings and queens have lived here, made it bigger, and decorated it in different styles. During a big war, it was even used as a place for soldiers. Today, it's still a special place for the royal family and a fun place for people to visit and learn about history.

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