Chambord Chateau
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Chambord Chateau is located in Loire Valley, France.
Chambord Chateau, a Renaissance-styled castle, was designed by some of the most famous architects of its time, Leonardo da Vinci being one of them. Its construction began in 1526 under the reign of King Francis I.
The Chateau was declared a ‘national nature preserve’ in 1947 and was listed as a World Heritage Site in 2000. The castle has 400 rooms, 365 fireplaces, 13 staircases and stables that have a capacity of accommodating 1,200 horses.
A major attraction of the castle is its double-helix open staircase. Other attractions include the roof of the castle, which is beautifully decorated; the exquisitely carved columns and the tall facades. The park of the castle is another important attraction as it is the largest walled park in Europe, with several species of trees.Web Site: http://www.castles.org
Category: Attractions
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