Nantes. The mysteries of the castle of the Dukes of Brittany
When Brittany became part of France in 1532 it was one of the residences of the French kings. Now the city is part of France, but over many buildings, along with the tri-color flags of the Fifth Republic can be seen as many black-and-white, marking the Brittany.
The building of the Palace is one of those that miraculously survived during a heavy air raids and shelling during the Second world war.
The best panorama of the castle and its vicinities opens from the wall. Impressive area behind the wall, on which there is a huge fountain with the intriguing title "Mirror of water". The fountain is a popular spot, especially on hot days. A water bowl is used as a swimming pool and the lawn around it, you can get a nice tan.
Nantes Cathedral is unique. Now he is the highest in France (not so long ago this was Notre Dame). After its Foundation in the XV century was repeatedly rebuilt and expanded at the whim of rulers and due to elimination of various destruction.
If you walk about 10 mins from the castle, you can get to the Royal square. There is a fountain in the center of which a female figure designed to symbolize Nantes. Once Belle was holding a Trident in his hand, because the city is located in the coastal zone. When and where has he gone? Unknown.
There are many objects worthy of the attention of visitors and vacationers to local residents. It's cafes, restaurants. Impressive some stores look more like museums.
Once close to the town was located the shipyard. Over time they became unnecessary. Their premises were located for the merchant and art galleries. Currently, sanitized waterfront serves as a popular recreation area.
10-15 years ago to one of the exhibitions was made of moving mechanical elephant, with a height of about 12 m. the engineering Marvel it looks pretty authentic. After the close of the exposition it was decided to leave him in the city for entertainment. The elephant moves almost at a snail's pace, wishing rolls and pours water from the trunk gaping passers-by. The townspeople believe an amazing man-made animal one of the symbols of Nantes.
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