Since the Middle Ages, the military need for castles has disappeared, but today their attraction continues undiminished. Castles appeal to our imagination and our appreciation for military history, as well as architectural grandeur. Castles of Europe Desk Diary features 53 photos that include dramatic examples from the Middle Ages, as well as romantic and fanciful buildings of a century ago. There is ample room to note special events and appointments each week, as well as the current and next months at a glance.