Cyndi in the backyard of Chateau Cheverny
This lavishly furnished hunting palace was built from 1604-1634. It continues to be owned by the Hurault family. The viscount's family still lives on the third floor.
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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... [read more]
Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... [read more] Blog: Châteaux and Chartres
Date: October 14th 2009
After leaving St. Jacques-de-la-Lande we headed east to the Loire Valley. The Loire River is south of Paris, and flows from east to west. This river’s valley is the home of hundreds of castles, palaces, and chateaux. The Loire Valley has rolling hills, fertile fields and vineyards. We stayed at La Roseraire, a hotel, in Chenonceaux for two nights. While in this area we stopped to view Chatea ... read more
Date: October 14th 2009
After leaving St. Jacques-de-la-Lande we headed east to the Loire Valley. The Loire River is south of Paris, and flows from east to west. This river’s valley is the home of hundreds of castles, palaces, and chateaux. The Loire Valley has rolling hills, fertile fields and vineyards. We stayed at La Roseraire, a hotel, in Chenonceaux for two nights. While in this area we stopped to view Chatea ... read more
