However, the castle never belonged to the real Dracula, who is commonly known as Vlad the Impaler, a 15th-century Wallachian prince. At most, according to Light, "he may have stayed as a guest at ...

Bran's castle was home to Vlad the Impaler in the 15th century, a real-life prince who inspired Bram Stoker's "Dracula" novel. It's the first time in 70 years guests got to stay in the castle.

Corvins' Castle is also known for its most famous prisoner, Vlad the Impaler, a historical character who inspired Bram Stocker to create the bloodthirsty Count Dracula for his 1897 horror novel.

Mehmed II solidifies his reign, but in nearby Wallachia, childhood friend Vlad the Impaler gains notoriety ... Radu closes in on Vlad's castle to take Anastasia hostage. Mehmed prepares to strike ...