Surrounded by the Maid of Orléans
We found ourselves surrounded by the Maid of Orléans in Orléans France . Joan of Arc is the patron saint of France and Place de Martroi, one of the main squares in Orléans, has a statue commemorating her. The Maid of Orléans , Joan of Arc, can be found in 11 statues around the city! One of the largest churches in ...
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Sainte-Croix Gothic Cathedral in Orléans
Sainte-Croix Gothic Cathedral in Orléans France has a pair of intricate "wedding cake" towers. A church has been located on this site since 375 A.D. The stained glass inside tells the story of Joan of Arc's life. ( Orléans is located on the opposite end of the Loire from Tours in the Centre Region, just where the Loire ...
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Blois is a Delightful Town
I love Blois! It is a delightful town full of charming shops, hilly streets, great restaurants and, of course, the château. We spent several days here and some of our favorite memories are of wandering the streets early in the morning before the hustle and bustle of the day had begun. [caption id="attachment_2119" ...
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Château de Blois is the Heart of the City
The Château de Blois is located in the center of Blois. And I do mean in the center! So when I say it is the heart of the city, it is true in more sense than just this physical one. If you follow the signs for the Château looking for parking, you much just miss seeing the Château as the drive around it is almost ...
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Château d’Azay-le-Rideau Floats Elegantly in the Indre
The French castle of Azay-le-Rideau is a beautiful little château. It that appears to float in the middle of the Indre river. The Indre is a tributary of the Loire. Château d'Azay-le-Rideau is one of the first of many Renaissance style châteaux constructed in the Loire Valley. What a wonderful example of Italianate ...
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Gothic Cathedral Chartres Light Show
Fête des lumières Chartres light show is magnificent to behold. This after dark light and sound show on the Gothic cathedrals and historic buildings in Chartres is an amazing experience. You can get a map at the tourist information center which outlines the buildings that participate but if it is your first experience, I ...
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Chartres Cathedral Crypt is the Old Church of Chartres
Follow me down the 18th century steps into gothic Chartres cathedral crypt of the Chartres, France. It is one of the largest in France and you quickly feel like you are in another church instead of in the crypt. Walk on 6th century stones and explore sights that date back to Gallic times. Just below you are viewing thee ...
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