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Instagrammable Connecticut: Castles
Ok, so these are not all technically castles, but we think these Connecticut estates and mansions were all built with a royal flair. Luckily, quite a few people agree and have been sharing their stately photos on Instagram. With our Instagrammable Connecticut series, we’re inviting Instagrammers to share their pictures — and their photo tips! Check back often for new topics. Or if you have some photos to share, tag your photos with #CTvisit!
Gillette Castle, East Haddam
It looks like a medieval fortress, but a step inside Gillette Castle reveals built-in couches, table trackway, and woodcarvings that were home to legendary stage actor William Gillette.
“I shot this photo in early June around noon using my iPhone 7. I used Snapseed for slight touch-ups. I chose to visit because I read online that Gillette Castle is beautiful to explore and hike during the summer. And it was!” — Connecticut resident @withasuitcase.
Eolia Mansion at Harkness State Park, Waterford
Views of the gorgeous grounds and pergola of Eolia Mansion at Harkness Memorial State Park.
“I took this photo on June 2017 around noon on my iPhone 7. I didn’t use any filters or photoshop, just basic exposure, a little saturation and a little sharpening. I visited Harkness Memorial State Park with my kids (my husband was at work), my parents, and my brother since they live in the area and we were visiting them. I grew up close by and this was one of my favorite parks when I was a kid. I was excited to bring my own kids here. I live in the Bronx, NY with my husband and 2 little kids. I grew up in Amston, where my parents still live. We visit a few times a year.” — Kelli C.
Yale University, New Haven
“The photo was taken on February 5th with my iPhone X. I chose the location because I am a Lecturer this semester at the Yale School of Architecture so I’m spending lots of time in New Haven exploring the architecture of the campus.” – Michael S.
Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, Norwalk
Dramatic view of the historic Lockwood-Mathews Mansion.
“I took this picture back in April of this year, around lunch time. I used my iPhone 12 to capture this photo. I enhanced the color of the picture by using the edit button within the picture itself. I live in Connecticut and I visited this place because I have read many articles about it. I believe Netflix was planning to film a movie there as well.” — Maria P.
Castle Craig, Meriden
The lone Castle Craig tower overlooking Hubbard Park’s 1,800 acres filled with hiking trails and picnic areas.
“The photo was taken on June 18 around 2:00 p.m with my Canon 5D on a foggy day. I used the VSCO T1 filter to edit the photo. Castle Craig is one of my favorite locations that I like to go back to every season of the year. I’ve lived in Connecticut for 15 years and am still a resident. I love everything that this state has to offer. One way that I'm trying to show my respect for this state is through beautiful pictures and I thank #CTvisit for giving people enough information to go out, have fun and explore this beautiful state.” — Koba J.
State Capitol Building, Hartford
The gold-domed Victorian Gothic building opened in 1878. The current State Capitol Building is the third capitol building for the State of Connecticut since the American Revolution.
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