Hey there! I'm Vasily

Your Castle Adventure Guide

Welcome to my little corner of the internet! I'm the guy behind 100 Castles, and I'm thrilled you're here. Grab a virtual cup of tea (or vodka, I don't judge), and let me tell you a bit about myself and this crazy castle quest I'm on.

From Soviet Kid to Castle Hunter

Born in the USSR (yeah, I'm that old), I grew up in a quirky little place called Transnistria in Moldova. It's like the hipster country that decided it was too cool to be officially recognized. Fast forward through a childhood of pierogis and post-Soviet shenanigans, and here I am, living my best life in Poland for the past six years.

Moving to the Karkonosze region was like stumbling into a fairy tale. Suddenly, I was surrounded by all these incredible castles that even the locals seemed to take for granted. And that's when it hit me – I needed to share this hidden wonderland with the world!

Why 100 Castles?

Look, I could've picked an easier hobby, like collecting bottle caps or extreme ironing (it's a real thing, look it up). But no, I decided to hunt down 100 castles in this magical corner of Europe. Why? Because castles are cool, history is wild, and I have a slightly obsessive personality.

But it's not just about ticking off a list. Each castle has a story, a vibe, a soul. And I want to share that with you – not through boring lectures, but through real, personal experiences. Think of it as hanging out with a friend who happens to know way too much about medieval architecture and has a knack for finding the best pierogi joints (even though I'm not a fan myself).

What Sets Me Apart?

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Multilingual Guide

I speak fluent Russian, Polish, and English (plus a bit of 'castle-ese')

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Experienced Explorer

Years of experience as a tour guide in Moldova and Ukraine

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Couchsurfing Veteran

I've hosted tons of travelers and love cultural exchange

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Unique Perspective

Eastern European perspective on Central European history

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Personal Touch

All about creating personalized, memorable experiences (no cookie-cutter tours here!)

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More Than History

Super into spirituality, philosophy, and pondering life's big questions

More Than Just Castles

Here's the thing – I'm not just a history nerd (though I totally am). I'm also super into spirituality, philosophy, and pondering life's big questions. If you're into that kind of stuff, we'll get along like a house on fire. But don't worry if you're not – I promise I won't force you into an existential crisis while we're exploring a castle dungeon (unless you're into that).

My tours are all about connection – with history, with nature, with yourself, and yeah, with me. I'm here to be your friend in the region, your guide to hidden gems, and maybe your spiritual guru (kidding... mostly).

Ready for an Adventure?

If you're looking for an off-the-beaten-path experience, a chance to explore hidden wonders, and maybe have a few deep conversations along the way, you've come to the right place. Let's discover some castles, chase some legends, and make some memories together!

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P.S. If you're still reading this, we're probably soulmates. Just saying.