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- S1 E1 - The Fairytale Castles of King Ludwig IIJune 30, 201359minLudwig II of Bavaria, known as the Swan King or Dream King, spent his life in pursuit of the ideal of beauty. He instigated exceptional, ornate architectural schemes resulting in three breath-taking castles. Dan Cruickshank explores the rich aesthetic of these fairytale structures. He argues that Ludwig's castles are more than flamboyant kitsch and are extraordinary marvels.Free trial of BBC Select
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