Legend and history meet technology
26/03/2007
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Built in the 13th Century, the spectacular Château of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes has re-opened after three years and been transformed into a permanent multimedia interactive museum.
Flanked by dramatic granite towers and ramparts, this ancient royal and ducal residence has undergone a massive 15-year renovation and restoration programme, and the museum is dedicated to the colourful history of the Château, Nantes and the Loire Estuary.
For the first time visitors will be able to see rooms previously closed, enjoy a full tour of the ramparts with views of the city, and follow a full programme of major exhibitions and year-round special events., Available in English and French, the interactive portrait of the city and its surrounds recreates great moments of European and world history, including the dynastic conflict over the Duchy of Brittany, the birth of three-way trade, the development of modern industry and the golden age of shipbuilding.
The Château has also selected 800 artefacts for display from the city’s 50, 000 strong collection which includes paintings from JMW Turner, the Edict of Nantes signed by Henri IV and an exquisite gold reliquary that holds the heart of Anne, Duchess of Brittany., The Château is open from 10am to 7pm daily, and from 9.30am until 7pm as of mid May to mid September. It is closed on Tuesdays. Entry is £3.60 per adult, under 18s free. For further information visit the links below.
Direct flights are available from Gatwick, Nottingham East Midlands, Manchester, Shannon, Stansted, Southampton, Cork and Dublin.
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