Quick Summary: When people think about the United States, and the Southwest in particular, they don’t really think about there being any castles. However, the southwestern region of the country has several “castles” that are not only interesting to see but also have their own unique and fascinating stories.


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Montezuma Castle National Monument

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The Ashley Castle

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Tovrea at Carraro Heights

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