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If you have already traveled through Europe in the holidays, we're guessing that a castle or two have made an appearance on your list. The opulence and magnitude of castles such as Mont Saint-Michel in France and Edinburgh Castle in Scotland have long métimé in our minds as the only way to achieve this fairytale nostalgia. But, as is often the case, you miss out on aMagic plethora here in the United States.

California Hearst Castle in Hammond Castle in Massachusetts, these modern castles have stood the test of time and a century later, still going to transport us to another dimension with just a simple architectural feat. So, without further ADO, it is the most beautiful castles of the jaw in the United States - no passport is required.

The construction ofBoldt Castle was commissioned in 1900 by Hotel MagnateGeorge C. Boldt and was designed to be a summer dream house for his wife, Louise. But tragically, a few months before the end of the castle, Louise died. After this loss, her husband was inconsolable and construction stopped in its tracks - leaving the castle vacant for more than 70 years. Since acquiring the property in 1977, the bridge authority Thousand Islands renovated the public of the castle - and you do not want to miss your chance to see thishistorical opulence law in the United States.

On a particularly foggy day,Hearst Castle seems triumphant through the clouds like a shining beacon of the past wealthy in America. After the death of his mother in 1919,William Randolph Hearst inherited the estate in San Simeon where the castle was finally built. Today, visitors can browse its 165 rooms and 127 acres of gardens, terraces and swimming pools, including the famous Neptune pool 104 feet long. You can also identify zebras wandering the property, a vestige of Hearst's private zoo. (And yes, in case you do not know, it is the inspiration forCharles Foster Kane Palatial in XanaduKane Citizen.)

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Architectural historians list theBishop Palace In Galveston, Texas, as one of the most important examples of architecture Victorian nationwide. Construction of the castle was commissioned in 1887 byColonel Walter Gresham and his wife Josephine afterreturned to South following the civil war.

Although this hidden treasure of Tuscan style in Napa Valley resembles that of the thirteenth century, it really is really new (it is only since 2007). Surrounded by vibrant vineyards,Castello di Amorosa you believe this is the real deal.

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Built in the early 20th century, this pennsylvaniacastles mixture of Gothic design, medieval and Byzantine-era-the era of troublesome era make this destination more like a feelingEuropean tour. This castle is not only visit, but it can also provide the perfect backdrop for your wedding.

Although theChateau itself was built there are only 100 yearsChester thorne, One of the founders of the Port of Tacoma, instructed builders to dismantle the old manor élisabéthanique 400 years in England he bought and goes on a plot of Lakewood, Washington. The result? A new ancient relic 500 years still standing in America.

Hammond Castle was built between 1926 and 1929 by inventorJohn Hays Hammond, Jr.Its main objective was to be part of the residence and museum of his collection of old toys. So a visit to this castle is more than a lesson in architecture - this is a large-scale museum visit filled with ancient artifacts.

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For a true taste of royal history of Hawaii, visit"Iolani PalaceIn Honolulu. Built byKing Kalakaua In 1882, this palace witnessed the last years of monarchy in Hawaii.

Pro Council: While you are in Honolulu, go toMonument of the diamond head state For a beautiful hike along the rocky vertebral column of the Hawaii coast.

This abandoned castle perched alongside the Hudson River is full of mystery and intrigue since its creation in 1851. To really capture the essence ofBannerman Castle, plan a guided tour and climb to the top of the castle.

Pro Council: After your visit, sit down and relax at theBrinckerhoff Inn Bed & Breakfast, Located just minutes from the road.

For another superb view of the Hudson, stop for a visit to theMansion lyndhurst-Aso known as Jay Gould. This large mansion offers plans and a collection of rare art and artifacts. Since its creation in 1838, the Mansion housed in New York City MayorWilliam Paulding, MerchantGeorge Merrittand railway magnatJay Gould.

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Although it can look like a medieval fortress, this house of the first of the twentieth century ofWilliam Gillette-Famous for its representation of Sherlock Holmes - includes a full rich interior with the own woodlags of Gillette. In recent years, the property has become a state park, with a reception center andhiking trails.

Château de Towers Gray Headquarters currently on the campus of the University of Arcadia in Glenside, Pennsylvania. Inspired by Alnwick Castle in the UK, ArchitectHorace Trumbauer I wanted to make this end of the nineteenth century the most elegant luminaire of the city.

This extentManor rests with the highest point of Long Island, and serves as a testament to the wealth of financialOtto Hermann Kahn, who ordered the construction of the estate in 1919. Does: it was also presentedTaylor Swift's "Empty" music video.

Pro Council: Not only you canManoirBut you can also book a room on the upper floors. Do not attempt to visit during the busy wedding season.

Thishidden gem, located just outside Cincinnati, was built in the 1920s by the legend of the regionHarry Delos Andrews, a doctor during the First World War and founder of the Knights of the Golden Table. He established this castle as a kind of seat of this group - and the rest is of history.

Pro Council: While you are in the Cincinnati area, head to Mt. Adams for cocktails and a clear view of the city.

George Vanderbilt, the grandson of the famous industrialistCornelius Vanderbilt, erected this French renaissance of 250 roomsChateau As a testimony of his wealth in 1889. Also on the property is the Biltmore wine company, offering some of the best vintages of North Carolina. (Fun made: that's where they filmedRichie Rich!)

Pro Council: Settle in the hospitality of Vanderbilt by reserving a room at theInn on Biltmore Estate.

Also called theLucknow Succession, this castle in the clouds was built in 1913 byThomas Gustave plant. It has been open to the public since 1959 and offers a real spectacular evidence on the movement of arts and crafts in New England.

Pro Council: While you are in Moultonborough, head to theHarbor Inn Center For a magnificent view of Lake Winnipesaukee.

Nestled inside the vast central park in New York, this fairy taleChateau Provides a mystical escape forSlickers of the city. The false-medieval fortress (really built in the 19th century) was imagined by the architectCalvert Vaux. And while you walk through Central Park, do not miss other big treasures like strawberries (an ode toJohn Lennon) And the Shakespeare Garden, located just outside Belvedere Castle.

Perhaps the most inventive architecture on the list,Bishop Castle In Rye, Colorado, has been dreamed byJim Bishop In 1972. This dominant castle has a dragon and a winding inside outside the building and many other secret corners.

Before the Americans regained the Earth, Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, brought from Native Americans and foreign visitors hundreds of kilometers away, seeking the healing powers of his mineral water. This medieval inspiration inspiredChateau was constructed byColonel Samuel Taylor costume In 1891 as a gift to his wife,Rosa Pelham. Come for historical architecture, stay for abundance of paranormal activities that many haveclaims Witness at Berkeley Castle.

although thisManor is currently closed because of the floods (it will open its doors probably in 2021), the wait will be useful. The oasis of the desert is perfectly summarized in the words of the authorBessie Johnson inDeath Valley Scotty by Mabel. "Moonlight is a delight everywhere. But there is no moonlight in the world that can compare itself in the moonlight in Grapevine Canyon, our desert canyon, where is the castle. »

Pro Council: While you are in Death Valley National Park, book a room atInn at Death ValleyAnd sneak for one of the most spectacular views of the night sky in the country.

Yet another testimony of the Facility of the Vanderbilt family, the 70 roomsBreakers Is the largest of houses bordering the coast in Newport, Rhode Island. The 19th century opulent "summer house" was designed in the Italian Renaissance style, on the 16th century palace model in Genoa and Turin. While the visit of the house itself worth it, do not miss to wander in the scented gardens.

Pro Council: To get a view of the sea of ​​all houses in a row, stroll along the 3,5-mileCliff Walk.

Thisdomain was constructed byAlbert LoebThe acting president of Sears, Roebuck and Co., in 1918 as a dairy farm model designed to resemble Normandy, France and stone castles. At its peak, the farm employed more than 90 people and even had its own team the Baseball Sodbusters.

This old man offers a rare look in the past of Coloncos of Colorado. Located insideMesa Verde National ParkThe palace of the cliff has housed about 100 people-but only 75 percent of the dwelling remains standing.

Pro Council: While you are in the national park, stop youMetate Room Restaurant, Which dishes up game, fresh fish and local products, prepared with an authentic southwest rocket.

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