This fabulous breed of pigeons lives within the walls of Wartburg Castle in Eisenach. According to legend, this breed was part of the dowry Elisabeth of Hungary brought to the castle after her wedding with Louis IV, Landgrave of Thuringia.
Sources / More info
- Louis IV, Landgrave of Thuringia (Wikipedia)
- Elisabeth of Hungary (Wikipedia)
- Wartburg Castle (Website)
- Fantail pigeon (Wikipedia)