One Thing, Three Ways: Staircase at Chateau Royal de Blois

The Chateau Royal de Blois has 75 staircases, but this one, at the centre of the Francois I wing of the chateau is covered with fine bas-relief sculptures. What do you think?  Do you have a favorite below? Staircase Photo #1.   Staircase Photo #2.   Staircase Photo #3.   You Might Also Enjoy: Chateau […]

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Close, Closer, Closest: Throne in the State Room at the Chateau Royal de Blois

Borrowing the Close, Closer, Closest idea from fellow photoblogger, Regina, here is the throne in the State Room at the Chateau Royal de Blois.  The State Room was used as a courtroom by the counts of Blois.  It twice welcomed the States-General, summoned by Henri III in the late 1500s. Throne in the State Room: […]

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One Thing, Three Ways: Exterior of Chateau Royal de Blois

The Chateau Royal de Blois has four distinct wings around a single courtyard, each one corresponding to a distinct period and style:  Gothic, Flamboyant, Renaissance, and Classicism.  The 19th and 20th Century restorations complete the architectural history of the castle. What do you think?  Do you have a favorite shot below? Chateau Royal de Blois […]

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