Tour of an Architectural Masterpiece: Peles Castle in Romania

Nestled in the town of Sinaia, amidst the majestic Carpathian Mountains of Romania, lies the enchanting Peles Castle (National Museum | Romania).
This architectural masterpiece is a showcase of unparalleled craftsmanship and artistry.
Step inside, and you'll be transported to another era. Every corner of the castle boasts of intricate wood carvings, reminiscent of the finest European craftsmanship. The opulent rooms are adorned with exquisite furniture, each piece telling a story of luxury, royalty, and tradition.
But Peles Castle isn't just about the grandeur. Its strategic location in the Carpathians offers breathtaking views, making it a perfect blend of man-made artistry and nature's splendor.
Join us as we embark on a journey through this Romanian gem, exploring its halls, uncovering its stories, and basking in its beauty.
Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, a history buff, or someone who appreciates fine art, Peles Castle promises an experience like no other.
Speaker: Costin Dumitru, Peles National Museum Docent
Filmmaker: Olivier Schweizer, So Châteaux
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:41 Hall of Honor
04:11 Hall of Weapons
07:23 King's Office
10:05 King's Library
11:36 Music Room
13:51 Florentine Hall
15:56 Mirrors Hall
16:32 Royal Dining Room
17:48 Moorish Hall
18:56 Ottoman Room
20:10 Royal Apartment
26:22 Rococo Apartment
27:31 Imperial Apartment
29:48 Ladies in Waiting Apartment
30:36 Conclusion

[@saideragaming]

I think we can all agree that the level of carving in this castle is above master level.

[@user-gw8qo6qi9j]

❤ متوجه شدین مجرم❤ این خبر گذاشتن جلو❤ کاملا این مجرم‌ها ما می‌شناسیمشون در کنار ما مستقر هستند❤ می‌دونن من احساساتی هستم❤ بله از احساسات من اینا سو استفاده کردن در عرض❤ سرقتگر❤ قاتل و سرقت❤ با مجرمان دستشون تو دست هم هست❤ به همین صورت منو می‌خواستم بکشم تو سیاست❤❤ به نفعشون نشده❤ کاملا این دستگاه و گروه‌ها مجرم هستند❤ چقدر جوان‌های ایران از اول انقلاب تا الان از بین رفته❤ که خودشون برای خودشون بهره‌مند بشن❤ هیچ نفعی به نفع ملت ایران نبوده❤ کاری هم برای ایران نشده❤ الان دیگه معجزات بوده که این اتفاقا بیفته❤ که دیگه حکومت ایران را ببرند زیر سوال❤ این دستاورد و گروه‌ها هیچ کاری انجام ندادند❤ این خون جوان‌های ایران و جوان‌های دیگر که به خاک و خون کشیده شده این معجزات رخ داده❤ سری شیاطین که در کتاب خدا قرآن❤ دیگران دخیل❤ در کار مجرمیت❤ که من همیشه بیان کردم من جز بی هیچ دسته و گروهی نیستم❤

[@user-yh8qq4qf9f]

Made almost or 100% by Germans.

[@mymomsmydad1496]

as a woodworker this is truly the most beautiful architecture i have ever seen. I found myself pausing the video and staring at the carvings to try and plan out how i would even begin to carve it. Came to the very easy conclusion that i couldn't, they are truly masterpieces created by some of the best craftsman in the world.

[@pegasus5287]

I'm not a woodworker, but my thought was, wow, these have to have been the best woodworkers ever!

[@chrisfurney]

I know how I would begin to carve that stuff. With a CAM machine, is how hahaha. Yes I have 40 plus years of carpentry etc etc too haha

[@davetarr7257]

Difference we modern folk are too dependent on modern tools, and power tools. These craftsmen only uses skills past down with their hands and crude tools. We as a civilization are detached from such great craftsmanship nowadays. We cant even figure out how the pyramids were build let alone castles, etc.

[@spacewizard69]

@@davetarr7257 actually we know how the pyramids where build

[@davetarr7257]

@@spacewizard69 I know, my point is these conspiracy theorists love to argue aliens help, etc.

[@tessahall797]

From the very first minute this is absolutely breathtaking. This level of craftsmanship is obsolete. It’s so important to preserve what is left. Impeccable

[@user-jn4uq3wh6y]

Хочется поклониться мастерам из прошлого и просить сохронить данный шедевр мирового мастерства.

[@christinajones3022]

I visited this castle in July 2023. Words cannot describe the beauty of the castle and the grounds themselves.

[@FreemanFPS]

Resident Evil Village was inspired by this Castle. This castle is absolutely incredible

[@simeon24]

I came to the comments to see if this was the case, thanks!

[@zuludawn9932]

This guy is one of the best tour guides ever

[@blob2092]

thank you this mean alot to me!! I am not him, i am from India, i very much enjoy this video Love from India

[@georgevanandersson-om5ez]

Yes, I love how excited he is about everything, and his expertise. A man who loves his job, and does it well. I bet he's an artist himself too! XD

[@brianswelding]

They didn't have nail guns, drills, miter saws. The craftsmanship is mind-boggling. Thank you for showing us this masterpiece! 🙏 (I bet all that wood smells soooo beautiful.)

[@SavageDragon999]

hand drills, small saws, and lots of elbow grease will go a long way. As long as you have 600 guys dedicating to the craft for centuries. It's not something a modern day average rich guy can embark on.

[@drersatz9822]

Mr. Costin Dumitru's narration makes the visit ten times more immersive, exquisite presentation of this castle.

[@dumitriudaniela]

feeling proud as a Romanian, whenever i see a Peles castle video. Every time i go there to visit, there is this wide street through the forest that takes you to the castle, and then there is this moment when you take a turn and just like magic, the castle just appears in its full beauty on the hill and it just takes my breath away every single time i see it. Sometimes i go there just to spend an afternoon in the courtyard, watching tourists, absorbing the splendid architecture and paintings on the interior yard walls.

[@thatsentertainment1500]

A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@dumitriudaniela]

@@thatsentertainment1500interesting nasty comment you have there about the king Carol of Romania. Yes he was german but he was Romania's king and he built this castle for this country, on Romanian land. And no one is arrogant here. Please suppress your mean comments and be polite.

[@thatsentertainment1500]

@@dumitriudaniela Yes, so let me translate = You are saying to be quiet and don't tell the truth. This is what most former communists do. It was a German Castle, made by a German King and Romania was part of the Austrian / Hungarian Empire, and should have stayed as such. Instead arrogant communists who are like yourself, take credit for castle technology, and castle work, which you have never done and never could do.

[@shadowrock]

​@@thatsentertainment1500Since when was Romania part of Austro-Hungarian Empire? Only Transilvania was controlled by them. But it was still useless since it was filled with mostly romanians. So we united it with the rest of Romania. So what if he was german? Our president is also german.

[@deniseroe5891]

Wow, the wood work is breathtaking. Such talented artisans, so much of that talent is lost today. I also can’t imagine living is something like this. I am so grateful that it survived the wars and the USSR.

[@NtoTheM]

I get why our Schloss Neuschwanstein is as famous as it is, but for me personally this is way more beautiful. Whereever you look there's just art! Absolutely amazing.

[@forward_ever_ever2595]

You hear about Britain, Scotland, German castles etc, but this is def up there wt the best of the best. That wood work is crazy!

[@thatsentertainment1500]

IT'S A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@Celisar1]

I have never seen anything like it. It is extraordinarily beautiful. What artistry, what a treasure for humankind!

[@martha5028boom]

What an amazing Castle, probably one of the most beautiful castle in Europe because of his so well preserved interior.🙏❤️🇩🇪

[@ElectronicHouseFlash]

This castle is a disgrace, like Epstein's bunker. You can see the exploitative mentality of the bad kings. Hundreds of thousands of people's tax money has been stolen and ended up in this brothel.

[@paolotorres8537]

And the royal family still owns it.

[@WhenAllTheWarmthLeavesUs]

@@paolotorres8537rlly?Dammmnn they mmust be hella rich.

[@paolotorres8537]

@@WhenAllTheWarmthLeavesUs almost every royal family is rich, even non-reigning ones. Even the former king of Nepal still has his personal wealth left.

[@patrickr2601]

It's so dark, desperate for natural light I think I'd go crazy living there. What a terrible time to be alive. Scarlet fever, war, death beyond belief.

[@eviehammond9509]

Just watched a video of wealthiest celeb homes. They were all cold, white, sterile & unwelcoming. This castle is magnificent & makes the previous video houses look pitiful & almost cartoonist. Thank you for sharing.❤

[@frederika3013]

Modern architecture is a ridiculous garbage without soul....just like our society today.

[@ninaanastasiou9801]

Costin Dumitru has delivered an impressive, detailed and passionate presentation of this jaw dropping landmark. Excellent.

[@claudiamann7111]

What a fabulous tour. The narrator was so knowledgeable. What an incredible castle. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@gardengirl6854]

Thank you for sharing. What a beautiful work of art

[@ligametis]

A bit disappointed it is the usual tourist tour. Could have shown more.

[@altwasser2305]

Ein wunderschönes Schloss mit reicher geschmackvoller Ausstattung. Einzigartig. Eingebettet in schöner Natur.

[@user-dw1zp4bo6d]

It's Beautiful castle ever watched Thanks

[@__3800]

Holy mother, paradise must look like this.

[@NinjaOrchids]

Mr. Costin Dumitru, i have to say that, your guided tour was a feast for the eyes and ears. Just by listening to you, you also speak Spanish and German. Thank you so much, for this beautifullt detailed tour! The pride in your voice is evident and so it should be!

[@Hisham_HMA]

i've watched every second of the video, every second contains a masterpiece of art that you don't want to miss

[@triciahlongwa6383]

Very knowledgeable presenter, made the beauty of the place come alive.

[@darkisland04]

In terms of the wood carving and millwork involved, this is probably the most beautiful castle I've ever seen! I love it!

[@Halo_Legend]

It's not a castle.

[@brb4903]

@@Halo_Legend what is it, a DHL warehouse?

[@user-si7qi4xtriad]

😂​@@brb4903

[@jameelhartman887]

Wow what highly detailed wood carvings and complex embroidery plus the amazing furniture truly an architectural masterpiece

[@ninaanastasiou9801]

Added the Peles Castle to the top of my bucket list. Cann't wait to visit.

[@TravelNut72]

Such a jawdropping piece of architecture must be protected and preserved to the maximum level. Just unbelievable to see this.

[@augustcanyon3438]

Romania always has some of the best castles and designs

[@Celisar1]

But so far all the woodwork, stonework, paintings and glass chandeliers mentioned have been made in mostly Germany, than Austria and Italy.

[@uahoe]

I could stare at this woodworking masterpiece forever

[@nightowlslounge]

It makes me sad that Romania no longer has a king and queen. 😊this is a beautiful place! Thanks for sharing! I’m glad I found your channel!

[@thatsentertainment1500]

IT'S A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@user-rg6pi5rm7l]

Mouth dropping, mind blowing how this is built and the person behind this architectural design whom God gave a remarkable knowledge, gift to make this ancestral palace, castle. So..... Beautiful! Not to mention the history of King Charles the first.♥️👌👍🙏

[@thatsentertainment1500]

A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@gailhowes9398]

I live in western Canada, I have never in my life seen such an opulent and well thought out the carefully matching decor to please the eyes upon entering each room! Amazing !

[@MrStubbs8157]

I cannot fathom of what other castles of perhaps even more influential families like Hohenzollern themselves must have been. Some were probably lost, but its fun to see them in romania. All these influences. They built themselves a themepark.

[@gabrielailie3162]

I absolutely loved Costin Dumitru's presentation❤

[@reneerenee5822]

Have no words to describe such amazing beautiful works of art so well preserved, truly a master piece !

[@gila1959]

A clear lecture that teaches extensive and interesting knowledge and a very pleasant presentation.. well done. thank you

[@DEEPAKSINGH-vm7ww]

A truly stunning yet warm piece of architecture. It's beauty is not cold, aloof or belittling everything around it. It's beauty is just majestic lending majesty to everything in and around it, like a lion on an African Savannah. Must also say that the narration of the tour was absolutely up to the mark and perfect. Nothing less would have sufficed.

[@thatsentertainment1500]

A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@user-ex1rx1bu7h]

Роскошь высшей категории, очень интересное повествование спасибо 🙏🤗

[@paco7992]

They must buy their furniture polish in 55gal drums! Truly, a National treasure for Romania. Charming host, thank you!

[@danielezilli575]

Magnificent architecture, expertly shown by a sublime guide.

[@cyansorcerer6491]

I have never seen a single piece of architecture as beautiful and intricate as this castle. Thank you so much for making this video.

[@user-fl9nx3zt7c]

Очень красивый и очень богатый! Слава мастерам!

[@davidfosca1044]

Incredible woodwork carpentry, the attention to detail is astounding, the level of craftsmanship in data of old was passion and pride of work. Hand tools were around but no modern technology or machinery.

[@lynstoneham]

Absolutely stunningly beautiful the workmanship is just amazing and a awesome guide

[@monyavanderburg-hall]

Absolutely gorgeous, just breathtaking. I am very impressed 👍😮❤.

[@susanmorgan8833]

The artistry of the woodwork is so amazing. The weaponry is absolutely stunning. My sympathy, however, was definitely aroused by the horse and rider, both of which were encased in armor. That poor beast could hardly have gone too far with all that weight.

[@jakebe4915]

Bravo to this masterpiece and to its narrator...

[@sherrilynnevonch]

How gorgeous and beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@guillop4687]

😮Verdaderamente impresionante y bello! Que hermoso e increíble manera de presentarlo.en este recorrido !! 🎉

[@Patron_TheBoss]

superb presentation and all very well shown & easy to understand ;-)

[@raulf100]

i loved my time in romania,great country

[@RodicaAWorld]

Absolutely fabulous; every single room is a masterpiece. Thank you for the outstanding presentation.

[@milagrosvera1500]

IMPRESIONANTE CASTILLO 🤗

[@paulopheim4224]

Easily one of the most magnificent castles in existence. Thank you for sharing.

[@rzella8022]

Simply the finest of white European skills in the crafts I've ever seen. God keep it safe from fire and war.

[@exnihilonihilfit6316]

​@@rzella8022What do you mean "white"?!

[@gunsrtheanswer]

He is mistaken. Obviously Africans built this...@@exnihilonihilfit6316

[@thatsentertainment1500]

A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@HellStr82]

@@thatsentertainment1500 So what the english royals are english? He was the king of Romania was he not? the castle is in Germany or Romania? What is your point mate?

[@DrGrabAss.]

I think it's safe to stop referring to things as "most impressive in the castle," and start referring to them as "most impressive in the world." This place is simply magnificent and completely unparalleled. I doubt I'll be as impressed by anything for a long time. I had no idea this place existed until today.

[@r1master]

I just sit watching this, jaw dropped the whole time... DAMN!!! They use to make such beautiful things... now its just drywall and paint lolz.

[@sandiblohm6733]

The woodwork is so beautiful. A lost art.....the ceilings alone are breath taking ❤❤❤

[@sghu11]

The most beautiful thing I have ever seen. Romania of all places

[@theodosios2615]

I am literally speechless. Absolutely in awe.

[@Potato-mu7nu]

I'm truly impressed. The next time I visit Europe I'm coming to this castle.

[@BaconIsNotBiceps]

The woodwork is absolutely spectacular. It is unfathomable that anyone can construct a castle of this magnitude. Thank you so much for inviting us along. Love from America.

[@jacquesjtheripper5922]

The amount of work,,craftsmanship just in that one big room is astounding. It be nice to see a tour of the whole castle interior and outside too

[@veronicagreen6180]

Stunning!!,

[@user-cl1ug6my9h]

Впечатляющий замок.

[@handsomemarco29]

This is one of the most impressive castles I have ever seen with the woodwork carving stainglass ... suites of armor . It's amazing

[@thatsentertainment1500]

A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@arslongavitabrevis5136]

A wonderful palace and a wonderful video! The presenter is excellent. This is one of the best videos ever made by the team of SO CHATEAUX. Thank you! = Un magnifique palais et une magnifique vidéo ! Le présentateur est excellent. C'est l'une des meilleures vidéos jamais réalisées par l'équipe de SO CHATEAUX. Merci!

[@karakreativevlog]

The narrator for every room: "Now the next room is the most impressive and expensive part of the castle." Also, he walks more confidently backwards than I have ever walked facing forwards.

[@gunsrtheanswer]

Yeah, I noticed that. lol He's not wrong though.

[@kindaclassykindachola]

Living in a castle is objectively romantic.🏰❣️

[@tessahall797]

Unbelievable. I have no words. It’s absolutely gorgeous.

[@catherinemtc7795]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@nollekeuh]

Jezus christ, what a treasures. Times that this was possible, will not come back.

[@peterzinia3767]

What craftsmanship. The castles of Europe are amazing. I visited Mozart's castle in Salzburg & was blow away at the extravagance. Such care went into every detail. The wealth that was put into building & decorating really makes one think of how the people of the time lived in poor conditions so that their rulers could live in such a fashion.

[@stanislav7920]

There is no "Mozart's Castle" in Salzburg... Sorry.

[@thatsentertainment1500]

A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@midoann]

Oh! I forgot the narrator is awesome, So professional, passionate and motivator 🎉bravo!!!

[@wildcolonialman]

Stunning. Priceless history.

[@kingfisher9725]

I (as a German) actually did know about Carmen Sylva and at least parts of Romanian history in general. But this castle really houses the peak of (European) artisanry! It's incredible. Small wonder the guide's enthusiasm is absolutely palpable. Well done! What a shame that little to nothing about Romania is known even in other European countries. Even worse, it's often just "famous" for very different reasons...

[@thatsentertainment1500]

IT'S A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@Bussokusekika]

Here is to be seen an unimaginably beautiful castle as well as to be heard an extraordinarily charming guide. What a marvellous tour, what an enchanting place! How proud we can be to belong to the same species as those honourable artists, tirelessly working to make the world even more spectacular. How much we must strive to ever follow their example 😍

[@thatsentertainment1500]

IT'S A CASTLE AND KING THAT WAS GERMAN, WHICH THE ARROGANT ROMANIA'S TAKE CREDIT FOR. 😀😃😄😁😆😅🤣😂🙂

[@GodIsLoveEternally888]

Thank you to the tour guide who had to remember so many details and explained everything so well.

[@dribble66]

The legend is back, just as amazing as the first tour.

[@user-qt4qp6bj1q]

If you show me Versailles or Buckingham Palace, it's all very familiar, and I tune out quickly. This is amazing though. So Rich.

[@candro3523]

One of my eyes started looking the other way because this castle was so cool.

[@4200timeB]

I watched two different tour vids with this guy an hes damn good . I could listen to him read a phone book ..dudes asmr is lethal.

[@lauraharsoyo7288]

What a stunning castle, and I love the rococo style guest bedroom.

[@dennish411]

Wow one of the most impressive castles I've seen. You could spend days and not get bored looking at the wood work etc. I'd be lost looking at the weapons room.

[@lalalanidani]

This guide was absolutely fantastic on the tour. Talks like he's a storyteller! Love it.

[@eaea2332]

First class castle.

[@MartinezParamo-kx5bg]

Amazing Place!!! Amazing taste!!! I'm truly impressed to see so much beauty in one place. Thank you for sharing this amazing place.

[@richardneilan2392]

WOW!!! Not only is this castle beyond incredible but the narration truly helps it come to life. What an incredibly well-preserved treasure!

[@robingilmore1444]

You are very good at your job young sir. Very very interesting. Thank you very much.

[@washguy9577]

Wow, that craftsmanship is truly amazing

[@sandrar.5911]

Que maravilla de castillo. Gracias por darnos la oporunidad de conocerlo.

[@MorganLeFay1]

Stunning! Words fail.

[@neighborhoodcatlady6094]

Thank you for an excellent tour of an incredible place

[@YourCreepyUncle.]

A stunning work of art. I had never even heard of it before, much to my shame.

[@sabbyd1832]

Love Costin's presentation and his jacket. My 3rd time watching this. An extraordinary building. Some of my favorite items- the spiral staircase in the Hall of Honour. The mirror in the Florentine room. The mosaic of the Moorish room.

[@TUBESPECIFIC1]

This makes me wish I could visit Europe and go to Romania from Croatia to Bosnia and over assuming one can do that or even get into this magnificent castle for a tour. I want a better look at the Great Hall of Weapons. Wow.

[@hannahl.7202]

What an amazing castle indeed . And so wonderfully preserved . Ty for sharing .

[@susansouthern6704]

Breathtaking

[@JasonAlexzander1q47]

Just a time ago I used to live there. I miss it still

[@davewesley11]

I could have watched this for hours so interesting . The wood carvings and paintings breathtaking. Thankyou for the tour.