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Château d'Amboise

The Château d'Amboise is located in the Centre Loire Region of France.

The château was begun in the eleventh century, when Fulk Nerra, Count of Anjou, rebuilt the existing stronghold on the site. In 1434, it was seized by Charles VII, after its owner,

Louis d'Amboise, was convicted of plotting against Louis XI and executed. Once in royal hands, the château became a favorite of French kings and Charles rebuild it extensively, beginning in 1492.

Amboise Chateau
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