Chenonceau Castle
Chenonceau Castle is located in France and is one of the most popular destinations among travelers. Its real name is Chenonceau, and it is popularly known as the "ladies' castle." The tale of the castle dates it back over 700 years. The palace is located along the Cher River near the village of Chenonceau in the French department of Endre et Laure.
Back in the 13th century, there was a fortress and a mill on this territory belonging to the de Marc family from Auvergne. Gradually, these lands were bought by Thomas Boye. Having built a Renaissance-style castle, Boyer did not have time to refine it, so his wife, who became the first owner of this "ladies' castle", took over the construction. Next on the list is none other than Diane de Poitiers, who was the mistress of King Henry II. There are many legends associated with the name of this woman in France. After the death of the ruler, his wife, heiress Catherine de' Medici, settles in the castle. She transformed the castle with a beautiful interior and a lush garden. In the 18th century, a famous banker bought the palace, and his wife opened an art salon here. Now this creation has been reconstructed and is private property, but it is open to tourists.
The snow-white color of the walls of the Chenonceau castle, elegant windows and towers, luxurious gardens with lush alleys, give it such a festive, unusual beauty look that a feminine approach to decoration is immediately felt.
Tourists can easily admire the magnificent halls of the Chenonceau Castle. One cannot pass by the chapel decorated with expensive marble sculptures, Catherine de' Medici's private office, which is covered in green velvet, as well as a huge gallery above the Cher River. The bedrooms of Catherine de' Medici and the "five Queens" deserve attention on the second floor. You can also visit the wax museum, where important people of France are represented.
The oldest building on the territory is considered to be the donjon. The Guards' Hall with 16th century tapestries and a collection of paintings are also available for tourists, which will delight the eyes of art lovers.
It is very common nowadays to walk through the territory of the Chenonceau Night Park. This entertainment, which is offered to tourists, is in demand among young couples in love, as you can enjoy the atmosphere of romance, the beauty of the specially illuminated gardens of Diana and Catherine, as well as admire the illumination of the beautiful territory of the entire castle.
