Inside the most beautiful abandoned castle 'Non Plus Ultra'
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 เม.ย. 2016
- I went with my cousin to the most beautiful urbex castle in the world, 'they say.' After a long search we got inside and what we've seen there was too beautiful for words. Inside this castle there are 365 rooms, one for every day of the year, all in another style and decoration. The castle was a spa hotel for the rich, but is now abandoned for more than 20 years. Sorry for the bad filming but it was filmed with a GoPro on my head. You can see our photos on the following link: media/set/?s...
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A true hidden gem! It was built in 1605 but 245 years later an eccentric politician spent 40 years transforming every room in the place! The gentleman used influences of the finest Arab, Indian, Persian, Spanish and Byzantine features to be found anywhere in the world from his own creative imagination having never travel to those places. Unfortunately during WW2 the Nazi's stole most of the fountains and statues from the property grounds. The gardens are said to have over 130 rare and exotic plants too. One may ask, why has no one bought this palace? Some of the reasons are access to the mansion is a one mile uphill walk and it has no electricity or running water! (Imagine porters every day having to carry large amounts of water and supplies for the residents.) To purchase and repair with very little added conveniences would cost over 32 million dollars. This stunning place should be graced as a World Heritage site and hopefully not spoiled by modernization!
+Mary kai how do you know she making it up? you tell us what you know then🤔yeah thought so you dont know shit all😴😴😴😴
+Mary kai and ?? places do have plumbing 😂called goverment looks after it ,so not really abandonded as such
+Mary kai OF COURSE I SEEN THE VID ,I WOULDNT BE HERE MAKING COMNENT ABOUT IT IF UKUV
+Mary kai i know that!!!!! THATS WHY I SAID OBVIOUSLY THE GOVERMENT MUST BE LOOKING AFTER THE BUILDING OR ITS OPEN TO PUBLIC ,YOURE BORING ME NOW YOU SAID YOUR PEICE 😴😩
I think you should have done a search using a few key words as I did and you would have found that Sarah B was historically correct about this place. The fairly extensive photographs and text I found at www.messynessychic.com/2014/04/17/amazing-technicolor-castle-abandoned-20-years/ confirm what she says. It doesn't mention the uphill water carrying problem, but then when it was first built and then modified humans were not as keen on bathing and servants and donkeys were as cheap as chips in any case. Plus it was not, at that point, intended to be used as a spar anyway. I imagine the plumbing was added at a much more recent date.
Absolutely breathtaking. Thank you so much for sharing this and being so respectful while you were inside. I am so sick of the "abandoned" videos where all they do is yell and scream and curse the whole time. You guys truly did this palace justice.
wow no graffity on the wall , no busted glass and its abandoned for 20 yrs more ,, its amazing ,,
The world is full of hidden treasures, yet there is so much more to explore :)
I said the same thing! I hope people dont trash it with graffity as the years progress.
jil takia true that
Florian Biesemans dear where is this place?
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sammezzano
Believe me, 10 million dollars is about 90 million dollars less than it would cost to build today. If you stood and examined just 1 wall, you would see exactly what I mean. It is so intricate, and skilled, it would blow your mind.
It must have taken 100 years to build hat incredible place. Thank God it has stayed intact like that. The craftsmanship is simply astounding. Just the time it would have taken just to build 1 of those archways in the first room you entered is incredible. The mosaics and terrazzo work is unbelievable. There must have been at least 200 craftsman at a time working on that. Still, it would have taken so long to get such amazing patterns. I also noticed that the patterns change from room to room. The time taken to design it all could have been at least 10 years. I am sure it is the only one that exists. There are no words that can adequately describe how incredible it is, even from a video. Can you imagine waking up there every morning? Breathtaking!!!
I wish I could buy this, its too beautiful to go to waste
if you live there you will experience a ghost lurking at night
that would add character
I would be disappointed if it didn't have several ghosts lurking 24/7. It's bound to have a caretaker somewhere. It looks like a lot of hard work was put into it...sad that it sits there empty with so much more to offer.
one23itsjustme yeah you want to live there do you want to be possesed
Joseph Turtoga
oh gosh, it's beautiful but I would not want to live there with that atrocious interior style of decor. It's beautiful in some rooms more than others, but having been a co-worker of Muslim women who lived that decor for several years...um,...yeah I'll pass. LET ME BE CLEAR, it's not ugly, it's just not my style. I admire it's beauty and I definitely feel like it's spacious grandeur is the most admirable. ...which is likely what caused it's demise. ~ As a spirit, I think it would be a great place to inhabit. There's bound to be many entities residing there. Call Steve Huff :D He'd get some great evps there.
It amazes me how places like this can be abandoned.
Debra Wolf especially when it's so many homeless in the world 🤦♂️
King DeeCash007 ikr
Astronomical costs $$$$
this is amazing. the architecture, the tiles, the stained glass windows, all the detailed doorways. it's a shame that no one has bought it and made it livable or even put it on display.
This is beautiful.
It should be protected and open for tourists and even a hotel.
Where is this place?
Already was a hotel about 25 years ago too far off the main road and too expensive for upkeep costs nobody can afford it there's mud road going to it I will ride a horse in someday to check it out
@@MrDutchuk Outside of florence
where is this magical looking castle. not only it's highly ornate of morroccon islamic architecture...im.just so happy that its not vandalised n kept its glory. hope its gonna be restored n turn into hotel or just a museum
Helen Paul b
Helen Paul, it's more Indian, Pakistani
This is without a doubt one of the most beautiful abandoned places I have ever seen, as well as one of the best exploration videos. Yes you started out very Shakey and all over the place, but you soon got that under control. I think you were just overwhelmed by the beauty and pristine condition of the place. When you think abandoned you think deteriorating, vandalized, garbage mounded, rancid, filthy and scary places. Then you step into a place as beautiful, colorful, serene, clean, calming and breathtaking as this. The colors, architecture, workmanship, dedication and love that went in to creating a beautiful place liked this that has endured the time and the elements is just truly amazing. To think it has been there for hundreds of years and still looks like this. .Thank goodness the non-profit is doing what it can between ownership to see the place is maintained. I hope whoever buys the place turns it in to something amazing and open to the public. Thank you so very much for sharing this with us. This is an amazing place!!!
Indeed I couldn't believe what I saw that day, thank you Kathy!
Maybe you can post this link in description, just to let everyone know what and where it is: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sammezzano
This is in India it cannot be anywhere else it is just a dream
@@patriciacalunniato9173 It's in Italy outside of Florence
Beautiful. One of the very few that hasn't been vandalized or graffiti. Thank god as they say.
omg how beautiful.. please don't let it get ruined with graffiti
Non plus ultra, was inscribed on the Pillars of Hercules at the Strait of Gibraltar, which marked the western end of the classical world. The phrase served as a warning: "(Let there) not (be) more (sailing) beyond. In this context, the phrase seems to mean this is the destination, the end-all, be-all and the best there is to be had, to rest at having found it.
edit: Beautiful, yes. Thank you for the tour. I'll have to visit, someday with my son, (he's a bit young, yet for urban exploration - being only seven) - hopefully will before it is gone, or changed. It is extraordinary.
how could a goverment allow such a treasure to go to wrack and ruin. It would be an amazing tourist destination and create jobs for people
+dee walker ,dee can you imagine how much this as cost to build and seemingly abandoned ,when the poor and old the disabled and destitute could of used the money better ,its a sin and a crime,from those above, squandering money,yes its beautiful ,marvelously built, but I feel its wrong and not beautiful, its a mark from the ruling classes of waste of economics,
it could create jobs and pay taxes to help with social needs
As are all cathedrals, many government buildings and places the rich play or live in. Still could be used to help the poor and disabled for housing and jobs. I try to put aside my hatred for the filthy rich and think of ways to use what they leave behind.
there is no way such a national treasure should be used for housing. It would destroy the building. Jobs yes and tours
The government can't afford to take care of it, nor do they want to and they ran off the people who could with high taxes and anti business laws. So now it must decay and go to waste....thanks to the greedy socialist government, people and politicians.
This place is incredible. It does not look abandoned. There must be someone taking care of it. Don't tell people where it is. Some smart ass will go in and destroy it. Thanks for sharing it.
I won't! It would be a shame that something happens to this castle
It's already a well known castle in Italy.
I suppose and I'm happy to hear that because here in Belgium, all locations get trashed when they are known. It should always be this way, but not all people respect those beautiful buildings and places that are not theirs...
Even in the state that it is (and it's in excellent condition), it can be used for weddings, for example. Just bring in porta potties and power plants. It can even be used as a movie set.
Best ideas so far! 👏👏👏
absolutely stunning! I could not imagine living in some that huge! you could move your entire family in there and never run into one another..wow! breathtaking
I think there's room for a few more families ;)
That might be a good thing in some cases. lol
It doesn't look that dirty or decayed to be abandoned for more than 20 years. Beautiful!
I can see Indian architecture and design on wall,pillars and floors... magnificent touch of Indian architecture makes it more beautiful....
That was indeed exceptional. I have never seen any building so ornately decorated and the details are absolutely flawless. People should be living there and enjoying all of that. What a horrible waste. It makes me so sad. Thank you so much for sharing.
Astronomical costs for upkeep that's why and too far back from the main road
I find it hard to believe this beautiful castle sits abandoned. The designs are awesome. Why on GOD's green earth would a treasure like this sit abandoned, is beyond me. Nice work guys, keep em coming ☺
I'm speechless after your vid. What a feast for the eyes. Thank you for sharing this "11th Wonder of the World". A spa for the wealthy indeed!
Amazingly beautiful, what a treat for the eyes.
how many years of handwork....beautiful richness of eatern art. amazing!
This palace is totally unbelievable!!!
The most beautiful estate I have ever seen!!! This must be saved!!!! I pray it does not go to ruins!
MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE.
VERY PEACEFUL AND ROMANTIC PLACE, NIGHTS OF THE ROUND TABLE.
BEAUTIFUL Castle! Thanks for the look inside!!
wow so beautiful
The colors are still so vibrant it hard to believe it's been 20 years.
Looks like a magic labyrint... Never,ever have seen such a lot of beautiness with all that magic colours!
What an astoundingly beautiful late 13 century Moorish styled eyesore.
that doesn't make sense
+monakw it's pure carp
Are freeken kidding me right now, Unbelievable! It's like the crazyest dream you could have!
*craziest
@@icantthinkofaname15 Yep. Indeed thou art. How ironic, don't ya think? Oops, I forgot, Americans don't "get" ironY...
Most Beautiful,Detailed n Intricate Abandoned Castle iv seen. Simply AMAZING!
There are Moroccan designs and style , it's stunning , its a dream place
It is a shame that no one is living in this beautiful castle!! I would love to go and see this for my self, but.....thankfully there is you guys to do it for me!! Great video!
Awesome video! Non plus ultra is definitely one of the most amazing Locations out there.
This looks like Morocco....beautiful......thanks for the tour!❤️
There is no way I believe it's been abandoned for 20 yrs. It's too clean, no cobwebs, and no decay. With that being said, it is a beautiful amazing place. Absolutely stunning!
Breathtakingly beautiful, thanx for sharing
Aww thank you hunni :)
wow yeah it is beautiful inside
Breathtaking! Never saw anything like this! Thank You so very much! Hard to believe it has been unoccupied for 20 years and is in Italy!
i cant bv believe that its abanded for 20 years! its still looks beautifull
Just amazingly beautiful ! 😮
it doesnt look like its abandoned it looks well taken care of. beautiful thou
The owners still go there weekly maybe daily to check out the building from the inside
@@florianbiesemans3124 How come you are only telling us this now...?!! 🤣
By the way, my horse is named Florian 😊 and he's a "dark horse" too lol 😂
Awesome vid just somewhat shaky. Can you tell me what the flooring in the Grand Hall was made of at all please? Would greatly appreciate it. Thankyou again 🙏
I get the impression that even though the castle hasn't been in use for 20 years, it's still being maintained. It's remarkably well preserved.
😳 this may be the most intricate and gorgeous abandoned place I've EVER seen! So happy vandals haven't tried destroying it!
That's just beautiful !!!!!
amazing !
What a trippy house, an Arabian palace, amazing.
Wow! What a find! Thank you so much for sharing that with us!!
It looks very middle eastern. Built by the moors perhaps? (Or at least in that style) Too bad the camera man is moving so quickly, as it’s very difficult to take it all in. Something that ornate takes time to really see all the detail.
It's vacant but not abandoned.
it's being kept up and cleaned and the grounds are well kept.
This place left me breathless 😳 it's more than gorgeous..... What a waste of walls....
wow,I believe this is the most amazing peice of architecture I have ever seen,wish i was there,thanks for sharing
looks like Game of thrones place !! amazing job guys!! greetings from chile
+elsa diaz thank you Elsa! :)
GORGEOUS!!!
the most beauitful place I've ever seen protect this and maybe do tours. beyond a doubt stunning.
My word this place is amazing!! Such beauty, color, intricate design,shapes,fantastic!!!!
Class!👍
Great place!
I hope this magnificent place can be restored and opened to the public. It is just so beautiful
This should or could have been a museum!! It's beautiful.....
Its not abonded, the fact that there are flying drones, says why its not demolished by vandals and also it is very very clean for an "abonded" place, dont vacuum clean for 2 weeks, nor remove dust for 3 weeks in your home.... You'll understand that it can not be THAT clean after 20 years. Nope
Plus, a modern bathroom w/toilet somewhere near the top..........NOT abandoned, just unused for some strange reason............wish these "explorers" woud do some research..............absolutely amazing. I would have guessed in Spain.
Quit meddling.
Urban explorers need to quit breaking and entering places that aren't abandoned.
Jennifer Taylor yes! Just get permission from the owners! I am sure most people are proud of their home and would show you it themselves!
It's probably a vacation home a place the family goes once a year or will go like every 5 years for a few years or has as a secondary home the grounds are well kept to not overgrown as you would see in a place being abandoned for 20 years
wow-stunning place- too bad you couldnt wander around for hours filming and taking pictures
Breathtakingly beautiful. Thanks for the upload.
European castles give me such a chill. I've personally only seen a couple in Scotland/England but even the ones I've seen are completely different to this. Gives me some real chills when I see it.
would have loved to have seen the kitchen, awesome video
thank you! and the kitchen was not that special it was not really decorated
@@florianbiesemans3124 so what, let your viewer's decide.
@@icantthinkofaname15 The one calling the shots here dear is the one with the camera. Jeez, there's always one... 🙄😘
ya this place is the most amazing place ever.
Wow.... it’s like something out of a fairytale book.... 🌺
Oh wow! It is breathtaking! The detail and colours are beautiful. There are no words. Thank you so much for making and sharing this video. Such a beautiful building should be maintained and used.
Abandoned or just empty? I love these videos but I'd have a security guard posted 24/7 to keep out vandals/trespassers.
beautiful !
This is by far the most beautiful, well kept abandoned castle ever. I truly hope no vandals find it and destroy all that handiwork.
I hope no one destroys it. Beautiful.
Where is that? It looks very morrocan Islamic design type of palace! It's beautiful!
Italy
Sarah Alotaibi yesssss
sammezzano castle, Lucca, Toscana
Wish you had a stabilized lens or mount. Too much shaking around for me to enjoy the video. Does look like an amazing place to visit.
Oh you enjoyed the video, alright. You're just a complainer is all.
@@susiearviso3032 Why did you say "quit meddling" earlier?
It was too shaky and missed a lot of special work, but it will do for now 😊
Great point. All that footage and the inexperience of the camera person ruins it. Get it.....ruins it.... anyways I would rather watch a rolling clip of still shots with better lighting than watch this medication fueled craziness. I know this was 2016 video but that camera person cannot watch this video and say he did a great job. I wish now in 2019 these people would strap on a 360 and walk slow so we can stop and see what is being filmed.
I couldn’t watch it all. I got a headache. That crazy filter they used distorted everything. Horrible video. I hope there’s another video online by someone with experience. This place looked amazing distorted. I bet it’s so much more not distorted.
WOW! What a great find!!! Urbex to the max!
This is so beautiful!
This is very odd to see an abandoned castle that isn't all painted up by a bunch of punks and tagged making the value go down the toilet. Nothing was broken or destroyed like others I have seen. They must have stronger laws or people who raise their kids the right way to where they do not destroy other people's property. Very rare find.
The world is full of hidden treasures ॐ
@@florianbiesemans3124 very true
I am delightedly shocked to be honest! Some other places in Italy have literally been desecrated by vile human animals. Am indeed curious to know how exactly this wondrous place is so well protected. Lifts the soul indeed...
This place is still maintained, it's not technically "abandoned"
I want it!! Only Dreams!! Lol
Magnificent! Would love it myself. Thank you for showing this.
Oh my god, there is no way this is abandoned like that, its amazing beyond words
That is gorgeous! Where is this at? Looks like someone has been keeping up with the up keep of the yard and it was clean inside. Just beautiful... thanks for sharing!!
Italy and there is a owner not occupied it
i never see abandoned place like this o.O
The carved decor is gorgeous!
just stunningly beautiful on my bucket list. Thanks for the video 😀👍
wow this amazing piece of history italy has had middle eastern influence from turks look up history .
Next time, revisit the place and film it more carefully, for us to see. Now you know what's in it, and you'll spend more time and you'll have more self control.
I hope there will be a next time, and indeed next time I will film with my handcam not my gopro. Such beauty has to be shown with patience indeed
Florian Biesemans 🙆🙆🙆🙌🙌🙌yeeeyy!!!
Such a treasure thanks for sharing. Wish someone would reopen this as a B&B, it would be fabulous and calming.
Love this location for photo shoots especially for couture or beauty shots with glass work and tiles in the back ground it would be stunning. Thank you for sharing.
Who owns this? It seems to be in very good repair, not a lot of broken glass or anything of that kind.
+HiVisionary1125 The castle is in ownership of a company and I think it's for sale for 20 million euros
Ah ha ha ha! Like you're going to get an answer? lol
What are the songs you used for this. Great music. Also, beautiful castle!
I used "Monomyth - Vanderwaalskrachten", "Naxatras - Waves", "God is an Astronaut - Helios Erebus" and I used "Metallica - Wherever I May Roam"
Corey Davenport
+Florian Biesemans thanx😉
This is just so beautiful & yes it should be turned into a museum for the public to be able to see, I hope it isn't just left to decay or vandals to destroy. Thanks , from those who can't experience this, but through you , can
Wish you knew the history and could share it. That was an amazing castle. Thank you for sharing. Great job👍
Amazing house, I see you said this was in Italy but it does look very middle eastern
+SueAnn rich muslims
no it wasnt. It was an Italian who appreciated that type of architecture.
iltirreno.gelocal.it/regione/toscana/2017/05/09/news/gli-arabi-comprano-il-castello-di-sammezzano-1.15311591
Why would a Jewish temple have bathrooms with bathtubs. I don't think so.
@@susiearviso3032 lol
its really nice that you guys are documenting this place because down the road the history of the architecture may be lost to history There is a lot of middle eastern architecture in the arches and in the mosaics of the rooms it must have belonged to a wealth middle eastern family or even Moroccan Islamic
The Catholic chapel seen at 2:53 vehemently suggests otherwise.
stunning architecture.and those stain glass windows are beautiful.
my God, 20 years of abandon? this caslte it´s in very good condition, amazing
amazing dont show anybody how to get in or the idiot vandals will destroy that in minutes, the details is insane and overwhelming, too strong a style to be too but a few tastes, needs to be purchased by a wealthy turkish person who wants run a turkish spa there or something like its original design.
I won't!