🏰 Château de Chambord is one of the most famous castles in France — and a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Here’s a quick overview:

🌍 Location

• Region: Loire Valley, France

• Nearest city: Blois (about 15 km away)

🏗️ History & Architecture

• Built: 1519–1547

• Ordered by: King François I of France

• Style: French Renaissance — a mix of medieval and classical Italian designs

• Fun fact: Leonardo da Vinci likely inspired the double-helix staircase inside the castle!

🕍 Features

• 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces, 84 staircases

• Surrounded by a huge park and forest — the largest enclosed park in Europe (over 5,000 hectares).

• The castle was built mainly as a hunting lodge for the king.

🎟️ Visiting Info

• Opening hours: Usually open every day (except 1 January and 25 December).

• Tickets: Around €14–€16 for adults (free for EU residents under 26).

• Extras: You can explore the park by bike, horse carriage, or electric car.

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