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8 Aerial photos Chateau de Blois Chateau de Blois Palace     The first palace of Blois was built in the 9th century. Later it was often extended and reconstructed. About 1500 King Louis XII initiated the reconstruction to a Renaissance Palace with a large garden (which does not exist anymore). Remarkable is the helix staircase in the main wing of the palace. France - Loire valley - Blois Vote: Picture taken 12.8.2006 - aerial photo #0009-0116 Chateau de Blois Palace     Blois was elected in 1498 by Louis XII to be the political center of France. The medieval castle became a delighted residence, which fitted in the new lifestyle of the French. The statue of Louis XII adorns the main entry of Blois Castle. France - Loire valley - Blois Vote: Picture taken 12.8.2006 - aerial photo #0009-0135 Chateau de Blois Palace     The westwing of Blois Palace was built between 1635 and 1638. Gaston, brother of Louis XVIII, had to live in exil here because of his continous intrigues against the King. France - Loire valley - Blois Vote: Picture taken 12.8.2006 - aerial photo #0009-0137 |<<   < back Aerial photo 4-6 of 8 next >   >>|