Chambord

Chambord is a sixteenth century castle, the largest and grandest of its kind. Built principally by Francois I, Leonardo da Vinci is known to have assisted not only in the original design of the building but also in the grand staircase. The main portion of the building is in the shape of a Greek cross. The staircase, not pictured here, is a helix, a double spiral with hollow center. There is also a roof terrace for viewing the grand array of ornaments seen at the top of this photo.

Michelin