George Ghidrai
George Ghidrai is a history enthusiast with a particular passion for medieval times and especially castles and what these magnificent structures can reveal about past lives, traditions, and medieval warfare.
He has visited numerous castles and historical sites around Europe to get a better understanding of these fascinating designs.
Moreover, George is also interested in the research and study of medieval history which includes castles and other historical sites, historical events and prominent figures, etc.
George Ghidrai is the founder and primary author of CastlesWorld, a platform dedicated to castle history, medieval architecture, and fortified sites across Europe.
Research Approach
George’s articles are based on on-site visits, historical sources, architectural studies, and cross-referencing academic and museum materials. Each article aims to balance historical accuracy with clear, accessible storytelling.
George personally researches, writes, and edits all articles published on CastlesWorld.
Here are some historical articles written by George:
The Rise and Fall of Motte-and-Bailey Castles
How did Motte-and-Bailey castles withstand the test of time? Uncover the captivating defensive strategies and architectural marvels of these ancient fortresses.
Concentric Castles, the High Point in Castle Design
Step back in time to witness Concentric Castles - The medieval world's most astonishing fortresses! Explore the genius behind their impenetrable defenses.
Stone Castles, the great evolution in castle design
What challenges did stone castles withstand? Discover the stories of resilience and defense behind these historic strongholds.
Lichtenstein Castle - the Fairy-Tale Castle of Württemberg
Lichtenstein Castle is often considered one of the most romantic castles in all of Germany. Inspired by a novel, it was largely built to pay homage to medieval times.
Bodiam Castle - Formidable Fortress or just a Noble Palace?
Bodiam Castle is one of the most picturesque and beloved castles in Great Britain. For many historians, it represents the popular ideal of a medieval castle
The "castle-story", first part: how did castles appear?
Castles are some of the most popular historic sites on Earth. Find out how did castles originate and what makes a castle so unique.
Educational Videos by George Ghidrai
In addition to writing, George also creates educational video documentaries about castles and medieval fortifications on his YouTube channel, where he explores castle architecture, hidden spaces, historical context, and life inside medieval strongholds.
You can also explore these topics visually on Castles World, the YouTube channel created by George Ghidrai.
The videos complement the written articles by visualizing castle layouts, defensive systems, and spatial relationships that are difficult to convey through text alone.
Some episodes also explore the legends, myths, and unresolved mysteries associated with these historic sites.
Below are a few representative examples that complement the written articles:
Latest Castle Stories
Strangest Spaces Ever Found Inside Medieval Castles
Underground fortresses, secret tunnels, and forgotten rooms hidden deep inside medieval castles.
Houska Castle: Built to Guard What No Fortress Was Meant To
A mysterious Bohemian fortress built far from borders and trade routes with legends of a sealed abyss beneath it.
Medieval Dungeons: Myth vs Reality
Separate myth from reality as we explore what medieval dungeons really were — how prisoners were held, punished, and remembered.
Why Heidelberg Castle Was Never Rebuilt — and Left a Ruin
How war, politics, and Romanticism turned a once-great palace into a preserved ruin.