Famous Chateaux of France

By Andre Mann


France is full of famous chateaux, regularly known as castles. These chateaux are open to the general public for tours, are full of history and many are very old going back centuries. Here are one or two of the most famous ones situated in France.

The Chateaux of Chambord is considered the biggest of all Royal chateaux in all of France. It is found in the Loire Valley and tours are available for those interested in visiting this glamorous chateau. This significant Chateau contains one chimney for every day of the year, totaling 365 chimneys in all. It also contains over 400 rooms and a staggering 80 staircases to climb. Situated in 13,000 acre of beautiful forest woodland the Castle goes back to Louis XiV. When he came to the Chateaux of Chambord to hunt and relax. Built by King Francois I in the 16th century it took more than 20 years to complete, and to this day hasn't ever been completely completed.

The Chateaux de Chenonceau is another popular chateaux situated in France. It is thought to be a beautiful place, containing a high turrets, moat and drawbridge. It is situated near the river Cher and is enclosed by well kept gardens, parklands and forest. First built somewhere during the 11th century, but during the 15th century, it was torched, and was rebuilt and restored.

The Chateaux de Cheverny was built in the 17th century and is considered to be the most extravagantly furnished chateau in France. It once held the famous Mona Lisa painting and is open to the public for tours. It was built by the Hurault family in white stone and and is virtually unchanged from the time it was originally built. Many individuals enjoy visiting this castle to see the hunting dog kennels currently held there. These dogs are kept on the grounds of the property and are available to determine if visiting the chateaux, unless they're out on a hunt.

It is tough to find French chateaux for sale; nonetheless there are plenty of to go to and tour. Each and every one offers unique things to see and learn about the time era they originated. So if you are planning a visit to France be sure to visit the lovely and consequential French Chateaux for a taste of its history and grandeur.




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