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Travel Guide: Atop a hill in the northern part of downtown Toronto stands a century-old European-style castle—Casa Loma. The castle was built in 1911 and was the private mansion of Sir Henry Pellatt, once the richest man in Canada. This medieval-style fortress cost $3.5 million and took three years to construct, combining Roman, Gothic, and Norman architectural styles. It is magnificent, elegant, romantic, and exquisite, the epitome of luxury. Comprising beautifully decorated suites, an 800-foot tunnel, ancient towers, stables, and a 5-acre garden, the castle alone has 98 rooms. The owner could enjoy the ultimate comfort of noble life from every angle. What leaves the deepest impression after the visit is the dramatic rise and fall in the life of the castle's owner. Sir Henry and his wife lived in this castle for only 11 years. With the outbreak of World War I and the economic collapse, the government took over his main power industry, and his family quickly fell into decline. The self-made richest man, in order to preserve the sacred title of knighthood in his heart, gave up the castle and all its treasures within. His fortune was scattered, leaving only the undying dream of nobility to accompany him through a desolate remainder of his life. Many of the world's principles seem to be contained in this tumultuous story. By the way, 🏯Casa Loma Castle is also a famous haunted house in Toronto during the Halloween season. When we climbed the tower, the props from last week's adventure activities had not yet been removed.
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Posted: Apr 26, 2024
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