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France Photo Guide:Château Chambord |
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France Photo Guide:Château Chambord |
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Chambord is the most impressive of the châteux in the Loire Valley. It was created as a hunting lodge and is surrounded by lush grounds. |
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Chambord is the largest and most ornate of the Châteux of the Loire
Valley. It has 440 rooms and was built by Francois 1 in the early
16th century. During the Italian Wars, Francois had become
enamored of Italian architecture and the plans for Chambord were based
on Italian designs. Legend has it that Leonardo Da Vinci created
the plans for the central keep based on a design related to the Greek
Cross. Leonardo is also thought to have planned the double-spiral
staircase that is the signature masterpiece of Chambord.
The whimsical towers, domes and chimney of the roof also served as a terrace and reviewing stand that you should not miss on your tour.
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