Boldt Castle
Boldt Castle is a heart-shaped island in the US side of The Thousand Islands. Its not your regular castle where a King and Queen used to live. Theres no such thing like that. Behind and within that imposing royal structure is a love story of a rich man who built it to show his love to his beloved wife, Louise. That rich man is George Boldt, owner of the famous Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City.
Sounds like the story of Taj Mahal, eh?
Bold Castle is USA’s version of Taj Mahal of India.
View of Heart Island from the tour boat.
The castle was erected in 1900. But, Louise died in 1904. George was heartbroken that he decided to put a halt to its construction.
Bold Castle is USA’s version of Taj Mahal of India.
This massive construction project comprises of six storeys with 120 rooms! For 73 years, the castle was left to the care of nature until the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority acquired the Heart Island in 1977. They were / are responsible for the renovation and maintenance of the castle.
Bold Castle is USA’s version of Taj Mahal of India.
The Alster Tower. Underneath is a bowling alley and other entertainment facilities.
Bold Castle is USA’s version of the Taj Mahal of India.
The Powerhouse
Bold Castle is USA’s version of the Taj Mahal of India.
Boldt Yach House. Yes, this is where you “park” your yacht or speed boats, water jet ski, etc…
HOW TO GET THERE from TORONTO:
Take a megabus from Toronto to Kingston.
From Kingston Bus Station, take a taxi to Gananoque (about 20 minutes ride) and tell the driver to bring youto the boat tour ticket office.
The Picture Tour lasts 2 and a half hour but doesnt stop in Heart Island. However, it goes around it. It costs $30.
The other tour is the Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise lasts for 5 hours. It costs $36. You need to have a US visa / passport. Adult admission fee at the castle is $10.
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