Rundale Palace

Rundāle Palace, Latvia

The most magnificent historical palace in Latvia, a Baroque structure that was built in 1736-1768 for the Duke of Courland and Semigallia. Surrounded by gorgeous gardens.

Pittock Mansion

Pittock Mansion

A prominent private mansion, constructed in 1909 – 1914. This French Rennaisance style chateau has 46 rooms. Around the house are famous gardens with heritage roses. Site of legends about ghosts.

Cinderella Castle in Walt Disney World Resort

Cinderella Castle, Florida

One of the most iconic buildings in the entertainment industry. This structure was built in 1971 and represents a fusion of different fairytale castles – both real and imaginary. This luxurious castle has 27 towers.

Iolani Palace

Iolani Palace

The only royal palace in the United States, constructed in 1879 by king Kamehameha V and used as a royal residence until 1893. Palace was built in a unique architectural style sometimes called – American Florentine style.

Hearst Castle

In Hearst Castle

One of the most luxurious buildings in the United States, constructed for the newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst in 1919 – 1947. Contains huge collection of art and antiques. Among the many impressive parts of this complex well known is Neptune Pool with Roman temple, brought from Europe.

Russian Bishop’s House

Russian Bishop's House in Sitka

A well preserved and restored example of Russian colonial architecture. This two floor wooden building was constructed in 1842 by Finnish carpenters.

Hampton Plantation

Hampton Plantation

Historic plantation house that was built in 1735-1790 (or 1791). This wooden house is designed in the Georgian style.

Millford Plantation

Millford Plantation

Magnificent plantation house in the Greek Revival style. It was constructed in 1839-1841 by the Manning family, one of the largest slaveholders of the period.

Drayton Hall

Drayton Hall

The oldest unrestored plantation house in the United States. It was built sometime around 1738 in the Palladian style. Now it serves as a museum of plantations.

Aiken-Rhett House

Aiken-Rhett House

Historical city house that was built in 1820 by the merchant John Robinson, one of the best-preserved townhouse complexes in the United States. It contains also the historical slave quarters. Now here is a museum.