Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean from atop verdant hills in San Simeon, this majestic Neptune Pool is an architectural masterpiece. Inspired by ancient Roman palaces of antiquity, it features a central statue of Poseidon (Neptune) commanding attention amidst mythological figures frozen in stone. The pool's azure waters are bordered by Ionic columns that lead to a grand neoclassical pavilion, while spherical lamps cast a soft glow over the scene, creating an ambiance of opulence and tranquility.