Castle Howard in Yorkshire, England

Castle Howard is an opulent Baroque palace set against the backdrop of rolling English countryside near York. Its symmetrical facade features tall windows flanked by stone balustrades that lead to grand entrances beneath ornate pediments. Atop sits a commanding dome crowned with a gilded ball—a hallmark of its architectural style. The estate also includes extensive gardens where visitors can wander among sculptures or admire the formal flower beds under a sky streaked with clouds, suggesting either early morning freshness or late afternoon warmth.