Belvedere Castle

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Belvedere Castle is a picturesque architectural folly located in Central Park, New York City. Completed in 1869, it was designed by Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould as a whimsical, Gothic-style observation tower. The castle offers panoramic views of the park and the city skyline and houses the Henry Luce Nature Observatory, which features exhibits on local wildlife and natural history. The name "Belvedere" means "beautiful view" in Italian, reflecting the stunning vistas the castle provides.

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