Blois (France) – the most important sights with photos and description. Detailed information about the city and interesting routes Blois on the map.
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City of Blois – Blois
Blois – a city in the Center-Val-de-Loire region (Loire Valley) in central France. The city has a rich cultural heritage and interesting sights: Royal castle, ancient cathedrals, wonderful architecture historical center. Louis XII – King was born in Blois France.
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Panorama Blois
Blois is located on the banks of the Loire River, between the cities of Tours and Orleans.
The first mention of the city dates back to the 5th century. In the Middle Ages Blois was the center of the county and had a fairly large influence in region. In 1498, Louis XII was born here – the king of France, and the city was for some time the royal residence. After the transfer of the capital to Paris, Blois loses its status as royal residences.
Panorama Blois from above
City maps with interesting routes and landmarks
To discover Blois take four walks routes that are marked with bronze nails and converge in historical center. Each such route is approximately 2 km. and reveal to you the most important and beautiful parts of the city:
- Porcupine itinerary (2 km) – the emblem of Louis XII, the neighborhood of the castle and royal gardens;
- route of sv. Nicholas (1.8 km) – scenic surroundings of an old abbey;
- Lily’s route – the old part of Blois where the mansions of the Renaissance are concentrated;
- Loire route – the left bank of the river, from which the most beautiful views of the city.
Historical part of Blois
Sights of Blois
The royal Chateau de Blois – one of the castles of the Loire, beloved the residence of the French kings in the Renaissance. Building The castle began in the 13th century. Throughout its history he repeatedly rebuilt until the 17th century.
Royal castle of Blois
In front of the castle is the castle square, on the south side. which offers a beautiful view of the city.
Interior castle courtyard
Inside the castle you can appreciate the interiors and life of the French the yard.
Interior Blois Castle
Jacques Gabriel Bridge – a stone bridge of the early 18th century, which connects the banks of the Loire. It has 11 arches, and the length of the bridge is 238 meters.
Bridge Jacques Gabriel
The Church of St. Nicholas is a 12th century Catholic church, a masterpiece of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.
Church St. Nicholas
Cathedral of sv. Louis is a 16th century church in Blois, built in late gothic style.
Cathedral of sv. Louis
Church of Saint-Vincent de Paul – Catholic 17th century church, located near the royal castle.
Church of Saint Vincent de Paul
Louis XII Fountain – 18th century stone fountain in the center Blois
Fountain Louis XII
