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DISCOVER Getting to Know France
THE LOIRE VALLEY Best for
Wine, châteaux, gardens
PAGE 286 Glorious châteaux straight from a fairy tale are Home to
scattered across the lush, green Loire Valley. Long the
Tours, Château de Chenonceau,
playground of French aristocracy, 42 of the finest
châteaux have been designated UNESCO World Château de Chambord,
Chartres Cathedral
Heritage Sites. Chambord, constructed for François I Experience
to designs by Leonardo da Vinci, is the most famous, A night visit to the illuminated
but Azay-le-Rideau is perhaps the most romantic. gardens of the lovely Château
For many, the gorgeous gardens will be just as de Chenonceau
much of a draw. Beyond the châteaux, beautifully
preserved historic towns and villages produce the
region’s celebrated wines.
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