Chenonceau Castle in the twilight is a photograph by Weston Westmoreland which was uploaded on September 17th, 2014.
Chenonceau Castle in the twilight
Chenonceau Castle in the twilight, Chenonceaux, France.
The Chateau de Chenonceau shot in the evening light as the sun sets behind the... more
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Chenonceau Castle in the twilight
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Weston Westmoreland
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Chenonceau Castle in the twilight, Chenonceaux, France.
The Chateau de Chenonceau shot in the evening light as the sun sets behind the building.
This is probably the most peculiar and beautiful castle of the Loire Valley and I think there is a reason for this that makes it all the more special: It was devised and protected by women.
It was Diane de Poitiers in 1555 who commissioned the building of the bridge and gardens. Later on, it was owned or passed to Catherine de Medici and Louise de Lorraine. It was Louise de Dupin who saved it from being destroyed in the French Revolution, defending its value as the only bridge in miles, and it was Marguerite Pelouze who had it restored in 1865.
I believe there is an undeniable touch of feminine sensitivity to it and I was not surprised at all when I learned of its history. A castle created by women and protected by women. To me, the most beautiful and delicate castle of the Loire Valley.
More amazing images from Chenonceau and France one copy-paste away at my gallery https://weston-westmoreland.pixels.com/collections/france
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September 17th, 2014
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Comments (155)
Maria Faria Rodrigues
Congratulations, on Runner Up, 4th place, tied win, in MASTERS - COLLECTIBLE COLLECTIBLES, contest! v/f/l
Judi Dressler
Congrats on your 3rd Place win in the REFLECTIONS ON THE SURFACE OF WATER contest! It's beautiful! l/f
Greg Fortier
Amazing photo. Must put on my bucket list of places to visit.
Weston Westmoreland replied:
Chenonceau never disappoints. Don't miss the view from the north bank, either.
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