1. [Curse of Darkness] Garibaldi Temple
I remember my first time entering this stage, the first thing that hit me was the music, simply the most beautiful piece I've ever heard. Then the hallways with stained glass everywhere, the moonlight seeping through the stained glass was just wonderful. Even today, I still turn on the game just to wander around in that area. If only Curse of Darkness have a first person POV camera function...
2. [Lament of Innocence] Garden Forgotten By Time
This stage is quite surreal to me. Castlevania is supposed to be full of death, but this stage is so full of greenery and life, it makes for a good break from the concrete. Little bits of what looks like sunlight seeping through on the ceiling also adds to its wonder. I guess this is what it feels like to be in Castlevania Wonderland.
3. [Symphony of the Night] Inverted Library
Ah... good times with this one. It was crazy trying to get a Schmoo to drop a Crissaegrim. When I finally got one and I accidentally killed another Schmoo, it dropped my second Crissaegrim! I was the happiest person for an hour. I also liked the beastiary of that stage, cleverly made to reference the Wizard of Oz.
4. [Rondo of Blood] Stage 1
I played this stage so much I know exactly where everything is. Every time I revisit this stage, it makes me feel so pro playing it. And of course, Richter has a badass theme song that I could listen to for hours on repeat.
5. [Curse of Darkness] Garibaldi Courtyard
Yet another escape for me, this stage feels strangely relaxing, even though its filled with blood thirsty monsters.