Chateaux and cities of the Loire : art and history
/ Project and editiorial conception: Casa Editrice Bonechi, chief conservator : Simone D'Huart
- Florence : Casa Editrice Bonechi , 2002
- 157 p. : illus. ; 28 cm
- Bonechi - English edition .
Index included
The architectural heritage of the French kings is nowhere as present as in the Loire valley. Magnificent castles, sophisticated gardens, and sweeping parks demonstrate both the monarchs’ power and appreciation of art, attracting and fascinating uncounted visitors to this day. Works of art have been captured in brilliant color photographs. The world-famous chateaux of the Loire attract hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.