Hearst Castle in San Luis Obispo, California

Hearst Castle, located on the Californian coast in San Simeon, was built between 1919 and 1947, originally envisioned as a lavish estate for newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst. This monumental estate features 165 rooms, expansive gardens, and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Guided tours showcase its opulent interiors, including the famed Neptune Pool, which boasts intricate Roman influences. The castle is now a California State Park and attracts over 700,000 visitors annually.