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Tour the World’s 15 Most Opulent Palaces

From Germany to India, these majestic properties haven’t sacrificed an ounce of splendor
Beautiful Palace Tour the Worlds 15 Most Opulent Palaces
Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany. Front view of the castle with the Bavarian Alps in the background.Photo: Getty Images

Nothing fits the term “dream house” quite like a beautiful palace. These spectacular residences, usually home to royalty, are more than places to live and reign; they’re also architectural showpieces that communicate wealth, power, and taste. A beautiful palace can often showcase the work of the finest architects, artisans, and landscape designers of their times, and many of them incorporated the latest technologies too. Though few of these palaces are still used as official residences, several—including all of the castles below—are now open to the public. Visitors can step back in time and take in the splendor once enjoyed by the occupants, including Renaissance masterpieces, priceless artifacts, and lush gardens. Read on to discover 15 of the world’s most sumptuous palaces and start planning a trip to these royal dream houses.

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    Hawa Mahal, Jaipur, India

    Constructed in 1799 for Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds, was designed as an extension of the Royal City Palace. The pink sandstone façade is lined with 953 latticed windows. The windows allowed the royal ladies—who at the time were not allowed to appear in public—to look out on the street below without being seen. The cleverly designed building is set on the east-west axis, taking advantage of the wind to cool the structure.

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