🇫🇷 Majestic Chambord, France

The breathtaking Château de Chambord, a true jewel of the Loire Valley, was commissioned by King Francis I to stay close to his beloved, Countess Turenne, who lived just a short distance away.

Interesting fact: the iconic double‑helix staircase was designed with the help of Leonardo da Vinci, who visited the court and left his genius imprint on the palace.

Its massive roofline boasts 365 chimneys—one for each day of the year—and the façade is adorned with 154 ornate towers.

Feel the blend of Renaissance grandeur and romantic intrigue!