Highclere Castle
To anyone who has ever watched Downton Abbey, Highclere Castle will immediately seem familiar. The Victorian castle in Hampshire, built in the second half of the 17th century, is among the most beautiful castles in England.
Surrounded by 1000 acres of parkland, Highclere Castle was the home of Carnarvon family that lived there ever since the castle was built. However, previously the site was owned by Bishops of Winchester and an earlier home stood in the place of where Highclere Castle is now.
The castle features beautiful staterooms including a saloon with leather wall coverings, a state dining room, a library, music, drawing, and smoking rooms, all of which feature artwork and intricate interior details.
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