6Loches Castle, France
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Loches Castle can be found in Loire Valley and is one of the most beautiful castles in a country known for its fairy tale castles! It is from medieval times, as it was built between the 9th and 13th centuries. A castle designed and occupied by Enrique II and his son, Ricardo Corazón de León. Not only is the fortification spectacular, so is the garden that houses it and it has enormous dimensions. However, as we pointed out, the most outstanding part is the keep. It reaches 36 meters high and from it you can see the entire city. It was designed according to military architecture, as it was an element for defense. However, it has served as a prison for less than a century. Another part that is sure to catch your attention is the Puerta Real, which gives access to the castle’s citadel. It belongs to the last phases of construction, although it was actually completed much later, in the 15th century. It has a terrace intended for the placement of the cannons. In addition to Joan of Arc, the royal household was occupied by other famous women. Among them, the favorite of Carlos VII, Agnés Sorel, and also Anne of Brittany, queen consort of France. This construction follows the military architecture, although the expansion of the facilities follows the flamboyant Gothic style decoration. Click the next ARROW to see the next photo!
