Castle on a Cloud

I have long been fascinated with castles.  They evoke a sense of grandiose luxury and wealth, but also a sense of mystery and the dream of a fairytale.  I am fascinated by their stunning architecture, immaculate gardens, but overall their presence, whether standing tall surrounded by a moat or alone on top of a hill.  It is my dream to rent a castle in the Loire Valley in France. I hope that day arrives very soon, but until then I am currently dreaming about these...

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