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Chateau de Fontainebleau
Begun in 1530, this sumptuous chateau was the project of King Francois I, and later became one of Napoleon's favourite residences. King Francois I procured the talents of Italian artist Benvenuto Cellini for parts of the interior, and a grand Louis XV staircase, added later, is a highlight. The ballroom, or Salle de Bal, conjures up images of men and women in ornate period costumes, about to begin the steps of a choreographed dance. As lavish and interesting as the interior is, time should also be taken to explore the surrounding grounds .
Address: Pl. du General-de-Gaulle Fontainebleau France
 +33 1 60 71 50 70
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