Chambord

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Chambord is located in the Loire Valley, France, and is world-famous for Château de Chambord, the largest and most magnificent of the Loire castles. Built in the 16th century under King Francis I in the style of the French Renaissance, it is considered a masterpiece of architecture. Its double-helix staircase, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, and its distinctive towers and rooftops are particularly iconic. Chambord is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of royal power and grandeur.

Chambord Castle in infrared

The high contrasts of infrared imaging technology give France's well-known castle Chambord an almost threatening appearance.