Medieval stone castle rising above a hillside village

A magnificent medieval castle, constructed from weathered stone, perches dramatically atop a rugged, rocky cliff. The castle features multiple towers with crenellated battlements, some topped with red-tiled roofs. Below the main fortress, a charming village with terracotta-roofed buildings clings to the hillside, interspersed with cypress trees and lush green foliage. The surrounding landscape is a breathtaking vista of rolling hills and distant mountains, bathed in the soft, hazy light of a clear daytime sky. The scene is captured from a slightly elevated, wide-angle perspective, showcasing the grandeur of the castle and its integration with the natural environment. The overall mood is one of historic grandeur, serene beauty, and a sense of timelessness. The image has a realistic, photographic quality with excellent detail and a moderate depth of field, emphasizing the castle while keeping the background softly focused. The color palette is dominated by earthy stone tones, the warm hues of the village roofs, and the vibrant greens of the vegetation, all under a pale blue sky.