Beauregard castle

Beauregard Castle, located in the Loire-et-Cher department, 10 kilometers from the city of Blois, consists of two parts, built at different times. Most of the castle was created in 1545, when it was owned by the Secretary of State of King Henry II Jean de Thiers, lord de Beauregard, whose name the castle still bears. In 1925, after significant restoration work, the castle was opened to the public. Of particular interest to tourists is the hall, which houses a unique portrait gallery of European rulers. Just imagine: 327 paintings depicting prominent monarchs and kings of Europe, from the 13th century to the 17th century inclusive. The floor of the Gallery is lined with 5,500 faience tiles, the ceiling is blue, made of lapis lazuli - one of the most expensive minerals in the 17th century. In addition to paintings in the palace, you can see no less rare Dutch clock of the 18th century and a giant ... whale's jaw - a Canadian trophy, also dating back to the 18th century.