Chateau Chambourd was
constructed from 1519-1547, under King Francis the first, as a hunting lodge, . Yup. A
hunting lodge. He wasn’t even there for two months of accumulated
time.
It was never completed as
its original design, as you can see how the upper areas at the back stop after one floor, but is still the largest chateau in the valley.
The view out the back is
an indication of the extensive grounds that surround the chateau and were used
as the hunting grounds.
The chateau differed from
traditional castles in that it was for looks and to be imposing to
visitors and guests.
The roof is not
symmetrical and is slightly eye jarring.
This is the cap structure
for the incredible staircase (to be seen in a later post).
This is not the staircase
of the castle but still an impressive structure.
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