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Black swans are native to Australia and New Zealand (the Rosenau Palace swans are not pictured here).
animals

A Lonely Black Swan Got a New Partner—Thanks to a Government Ad

They're longstanding symbols of mourning at Germany's Rosenau Palace.
Erik Shilling August 18, 2017
Krujë Castle in Albania.
Krujë, Albania

Krujë Castle

The elliptical citadel resisted the advance of the mighty Ottomans several times, thanks to the military prowess of the "Dragon of Albania."
King Henry VIII at Barts Hospital in London.
London, England

Henry VIII Gatehouse Statue

London's only public statue of the much-married monarch adorns the gate to St Bartholomew’s Hospital.
Two Princes Staircase in the White Tower.
London, England

Two Princes Staircase

Richard III supposedly disposed of his nephews' bodies here in an effort to seal his claim to the throne.
The Rose Hill Cemetery, where Queen Kelly Mitchell is buried.
Meridian, Mississippi

Grave of Kelly Mitchell

The simple gravesite of a Romany clan leader is dotted with offerings, including cans of her favorite drink, Crush orange soda.
The gates with Traquair House in the background.
Traquair, Scotland

The Bear Gates of Traquair

The main gates have been locked since 1745 and will remain so until the Stuart Dynasty returns to the throne.
Charles I, c. 1635-1636
objects of intrigue

The Glamorous Pearl Earring King Charles I Wore to His Execution

Since childhood, he refused to part with it.
Michael Waters July 6, 2017
Gainsborough Old Hall
Gainsborough, England

Gainsborough Old Hall

A medieval relic whose great hall once hosted Mayflower pilgrims, one of Henry VIII’s ill-fated wives, and plenty of royal intrigue.
The Grand Hotel Wildbad stands in ruins today.
Innichen, Italy

Bagni Wildbad

Crumbling ruins of the thermal baths that once attracted royals and aristocrats from throughout Europe.
Permanently Closed
Fifield, England

Giant Royal Heads

Enormous terracotta heads of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip can be seen on the side of the road to Windsor.
King Willem-Alexander.
airplanes

The King of the Netherlands Secretly Pilots Passenger Planes in His Spare Time

He is an enthusiast of the sky.
Erik Shilling May 17, 2017
King William III and his mid-17th century "close stool," which is on display at Hampton Court.
bathrooms

It Was Once Someone's Job to Chat With the King While He Used the Toilet

"Groom of the Stool" could be a crappy role, but it came with great benefits.
Natalie Zarrelli April 6, 2017
The inscription from a 1375 John Barbour poem translates to, "A noble heart can know no ease without freedom."
Melrose, Scotland

Robert the Bruce's Heart

The heart of a Scottish legend had a centuries-long journey before reaching its final resting place.
King Richard the Lionheart's heart is entombed beneath his effigy.
Rouen, France

King Richard I's Embalmed Heart

His "Lionheart" is entombed separately from the rest of his body.
murder

A Visual History of the Rise—and Demise—of Rasputin

The Mad Monk was assassinated 100 years ago in Russia.
Darmon Richter & Diana Naneva December 30, 2016
Permanently Closed
Kungens Rondell - the King's Carousel
Norrköping, Sweden

Kungens Rondell (King's Carousel)

This roundabout was renamed in honor of the Swedish king's royal fender-bender.
The Jelling stones, encased behind glass.
Jelling, Denmark

Jelling Viking Monuments

Mounds, rune stones, and a 1,000-year-old church, left behind by Denmark's first two kings.
Horseshoes, 61 nails, an axe and billhook are part of the rent London owes to the Queen.
royalty

London Is Still Paying Rent to the Queen on a Property Leased in 1211

In a small annual ceremony the city hands over an axe, a knife, 6 horseshoes, and 61 nails.
Sarah Laskow October 17, 2016