Angers Sculptures and Fountains
Angers sculpture and fountains abound and it is really no surprise as Pierre Jean David d’Angers is the favored son of sculpture in Angers France . Visitors will find many beautiful statues particularly in the form of fountains. With Place Lafayette just minutes walk from my house, I got to see one of my favorite ...
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Angers France – My Top 6 reasons to visit
My France blog on Angers France was the beginning of my adventure in Angers’ French immersion program. Come with me as we explore the town and its sculptures, the Château and its amazing Apocalypse Tapestry and other beautiful sites in Angers. What makes Angers France different from other cities in the Loire Valley? ...
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Anjou is the Historical Name for Maine et Loire
Anjou is the historical name for the Maine et Loire department of Pays-de-la-Loire Region of France. Today’s name comes from the two rivers, Maine and Loire, that are located in this department. There are three arrondissements in the department, each with a major city by the same name: Angers , Saumur, Cholet. The ...
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Château de Chantilly is a Magnificent Marvel
The original Château de Chantilly (10th -14th centuries) belonged to the Lords of Senlis (Senlis is only 11km from Chantilly ). Nothing remains of that château nor of the one that followed. The Château you see today dates from around 1560. [caption id="attachment_230" align="aligncenter" width="428"] Château de ...
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Rochemenier a Fascinating History of French Cave Dwellings
Read my story in French » Rochemenier Troglodyte type dwellings, houses carved in rock, are not rare in France. In fact, our first encounter with them was in the Vouvray when we took a tour through one of the wineries. Situated in natural cliffs, this network of caves served as the perfect place to store wine. It was not ...
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Château de Chambord is a Feast for the Eyes
Château de Chambord, oh how I love your architectural design! This Loire Valley château was started in 1510 by François I upon his return from Milan. Thus, it is strongly influence by Italian Renaissance architectural style. [caption id="attachment_4326" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Château de ...
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Château de Chenonceau
Château de Chenonceau is undoubtedly tops for exterior architecture and gardens. I absolutely love the architectural design of Château de Chenonceau in the Loire Valley. The expanse of the Château that spans the River Cher constitutes the great gallery/hall, used as used as a ballroom. It is 60 meters by 6 meters ...
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