Azay-le-Rideau

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#LifeAtExpedia The magnificent Chateau D'Azay-le-Rideau, one of many sites in the Loire Valley. Take a couple of days to see the main Chateaux, including Chenonceau, Cheverney, Chambord, Amboise, etc. and to taste some of the local and cheeses!
Azay-le-Rideau is renowned for its magnificent Renaissance château, a dreamy fairy-tale-like building that is surrounded by a moat and lovely gardens. The Château d'Azay-le-Rideau was built in the 16th century by a wealthy financier. The design of this stately château was greatly influenced by Italian architecture. The most notable features on the ground floor are the rib-vaulted kitchen and the dining room with a richly decorated chimney and numerous tapestries. Sumptuous Renaissance furniture and paintings decorate the reception rooms. In the town of Azay-le-Rideau, there is an interesting church, the Eglise Saint-Symphorien, that blends Romanesque and Gothic styles. The facade of the south aisle reveals remains of Carolingian reliefs. In the nearby Château of Saché, the famous author Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850) wrote some of his novels. The room where Balzac worked has been preserved as it was.
We didn't find out what these creative street decorations were celebrating, but we loved them!
Château d’Azay-le-Rideau was actually built on a small island in the middle of the Indre river, making it look like it raises straight out of the waters. Located between Tours and Chinon, the château is like something out of a fairy tale, a perfect example of the charm and elegance of the Renaissance era. Read more about it here: http://www.travelnotesandbeyond.com/weekly-postcard-chateau-dazay-le-rideau/
This building is indexed in the Base Mérimée, a database of architectural heritage maintained by the French Ministry of Culture, under the reference PA00097549 .
Le Grand Monarque

Le Grand Monarque

4 out of 5
3, Place de la République Azay-le-Rideau Indre-et-loire
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Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance

Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance

4 out of 5
Rue des Fontaines Azay-le-Rideau Indre-et-Loire
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Westotel Tours Val de Loire

Westotel Tours Val de Loire

4 out of 5
10 Rue Marie de Lorraine La Ville-aux-Dames Indre-et-Loire
The price is P4,881 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
P4,881
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Apr 2 - Apr 3
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The room and hotel were clean and well presented, with the exception of the swimming pool which looked in dire need of refurbishment. The restaurant was a stark soulless room devoid of any character or coziness. The menu was rather limited also

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Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance

Résidence Lagrange Vacances Les Jardins Renaissance

4 out of 5
Rue des Fontaines Azay-le-Rideau Indre-et-Loire
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3 out of 5
12, rue Paul Nizan Tours
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Nemea Appart Hotel Quai Victor Tours Centre

3 out of 5
6 Rue Marcel Tribut Tours
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Château Azay-Le-Rideau

You can find out about the history of Azay-le-Rideau with a trip to Château Azay-Le-Rideau. Wander the forest or discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Château Azay-Le-Rideau

Château de l'Islette

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Château de l'Islette during your travels in Azay-le-Rideau. Amble within the forests or visit the spas in this quaint area.

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Valley of the Goupillières

Find out about the history of Azay-le-Rideau when you take a trip to Valley of the Goupillières. Wander the forest or discover the countryside in this quaint area.

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Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Private Guided Tour with Ticket

Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Private Guided Tour with Ticket

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Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Private Guided Tour with Ticket
Amboise Alcove: 2 Hours Exclusive Private Guided Walking Tour

Amboise Alcove 3 Hours Exclusive Walking Tour

P26,668
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Full day tour on sidecar from Tours

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