It rained almost the entire week that we stayed in Angers, and as soon as the sun came out, we took a trip to Chenonceau. After two hours of driving through countless number of sunflower fields, farms and famous chateaux, we arrived at this breathtakingly beautiful landscape. The castle, standing as a bridge over the Cher River, is indeed a jewel of Renaissance architecture. Unlike Versaille, Chenonceau is not overwhelming, but rather charming, lived-in, and peaceful.
Interestingly enough, one of Minh Chau’s favorite rooms in the chateau is the kitchen. During the First World War, the kitchens were transformed into a hospital. The bedroom of Catherine de Medicis was also one of the most famous rooms in the chateau. Surrounding the chateau is a lush forest, ornamented gardens, and hidden nooks.