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Saturday, April 5, 2014

Loire Valley - 4 April 1989

Chateau Royal de Chambord


Chateau de Blois was of especial note as being where we saw the Porcupine coat of arms of King Louis XII but apparently have no photo of it

Dad's Notes: 

Broke camp in rain at 9:30; drove to Chambord; a magnificent, large chateau built by Francoise I; many towers; inspired if not designed by Leonardo da Vinci; big stove, staircases, including one fine exhibition on top floor; fine views from topmost tower.  On to Blois for lunch in Cora Cafeteria.  Afternoon in Chateau of Blois; a triple treat, Medieval, Renaissance and Classical; good tour through interiour, beautiful views over old town; good exhibition in Chateau by Blois Musee des Beaux Arts.  Still cold and wet; no camping, night in annex to La Gerbe d’Or.  Dinner in room.


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