A stately manor was built in the place as early as the 10th century and went through several incarnations. The castle was built in its present form in 1513 by Katherine Briçonnet, then made even more attractive by Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Médicis, and saved from the rigours of the French Revolution by Mrs Dupin. Take the time to read some interesting history in the Chateau's own website. I was there in 2000 with a group from Tulsa Community College.
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8 comments:
A marvelous reflection/photo! And I love the information you provided, I'm headed for their website now. I lived in Europe for three years and these kinds of place were a constant source of pleasure! Hope you have a great weekend!
Sylvia
Great picture, great chateau.
Nice B/W and also WR selection...love Europe's sights!That is treasure!
KK
They could build at that time, and it lasted. A pleasure to see - reflection and all,
C'est un des plus beaux châteaux de la Loire, chargé d'Histoire.
je le connais bien.
Bisous.
Nice shot! I've been there a few times. It's one of the nicest castles in the Loire Valley.
A building with wonderful lines.
Ah, French châteaux... we still have so many! I grew up a couple of block from one. Sounds posh, doesn't it?!
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