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The Château de Beynac is a castle situated in the commune of Beynac-et-Cazenac, in the Dordogne département of France. The castle is one of the best-preserved and best known in the region.
This Middle Ages construction, with its austere appearance, is perched on top of a limestone cliff, dominating the town and the north bank of the Dordogne.
At the time of the Hundred Years' War, the fortress at Beynac was in French hands. The Dordogne was the border between France and England. Not far away, on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles between the English and French supporters. However, the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault, because the armies needed to take these castles were extremely costly: only the richest nobles and kings could build and maintain them.
The castle was bought in 1962 by Lucien Grosso who has restored it.
Visitors to the castle can see sumptuous tapestries showing hunting and other scenes from the lives of the lords of the period.
The Château de Beynac has been listed as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture since 1944.
Not sure where the "rainbow" came from, probably my lens.
Information from Wikipedia
The Château de Beynac is a castle situated in the commune of Beynac-et-Cazenac, in the Dordogne département of France. The castle is one of the best-preserved and best known in the region.
This Middle Ages construction, with its austere appearance, is perched on top of a limestone cliff, dominating the town and the north bank of the Dordogne.
At the time of the Hundred Years' War, the fortress at Beynac was in French hands. The Dordogne was the border between France and England. Not far away, on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles between the English and French supporters. However, the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault, because the armies needed to take these castles were extremely costly: only the richest nobles and kings could build and maintain them.
The castle was bought in 1962 by Lucien Grosso who has restored it.
Visitors to the castle can see sumptuous tapestries showing hunting and other scenes from the lives of the lords of the period.
The Château de Beynac has been listed as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture since 1944.
Information from Wikipedia
The Château de Beynac is a castle situated in the commune of Beynac-et-Cazenac, in the Dordogne département of France. The castle is one of the best-preserved and best known in the region.
This Middle Ages construction, with its austere appearance, is perched on top of a limestone cliff, dominating the town and the north bank of the Dordogne.
At the time of the Hundred Years' War, the fortress at Beynac was in French hands. The Dordogne was the border between France and England. Not far away, on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles between the English and French supporters. However, the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault, because the armies needed to take these castles were extremely costly: only the richest nobles and kings could build and maintain them.
The castle was bought in 1962 by Lucien Grosso who has restored it.
Visitors to the castle can see sumptuous tapestries showing hunting and other scenes from the lives of the lords of the period.
The Château de Beynac has been listed as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture since 1944.
Inspiring dark medieval view at Château de Beynac. This castle dates far back into a dark medieval era where daily life begun at sunrise and almost stopped during the deep dark nights. Even the many kings and knights, then the mighty rulers of castles and grounds, were always controlled by the simple rythm of day and night.
Photo: Dark era of medieval history - by Richard Poppelaars © #AboutPixels #Photography (Nikon D90) / #castle #tower #donjon #medieval - #beynaccastle #monument / #ChateaudeFrance at #ChateaudeBeynac in #BeynacetCazenac, #Dordogne - #France
July 2014, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115 by the barons of Beynac) after 899 years in history. The year 2015 marks 900 years in time.
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Beynac-et-Cazenac: Chateau de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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The Église Notre-Dame De L'Assomption is the only church on such a high location. On the edge of the high limestone cliff to see for everyone.
Photo September 26, 2021, Château de Beynac (+/-1150) after 871 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
Château de Beynac (Est. 12th century) - built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. The Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (1189–1199) died. Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
Info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Château_de_Beynac.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
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The gate that leads into the castle, a small brigde to stop invaders with below the bridge sharp iron spikes. Imagine the people who passed the very same bridge in history.
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Beynac-et-Cazenac - Château de Beynac - Château de France
Château de Beynac (Est. 12th century) - built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. , The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. The Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (1189–1199) died. Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
Info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Château_de_Beynac.
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Richard Poppelaars
About Pixels Photography: #drawbridge #gate #beynaccastle #castle #museum #Beynac-et-Cazenac #FR
Built from the 12th century, it was impregnable from the cliff side and heavily fortified on the back side. But according to Wikipedia, "the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault, because the armies needed to take these castles were extremely costly."
This shows how high the castle is above the Dordogne River. This was the morning calm before the hordes of canoers and kayakers arrived from upstream.
Gurky felt quite at ease in the castle of Beynac in the black Perigord (yes, dogs were allowed!!), because he can really be compared to a jester, always making you laugh without ever planning it! Poor Gurky, he's never taken seriously...
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Gurky s'est senti plutôt à l'aise dans le château de Beynac dans le Périgord noir (oui, les chiens étaient admis !!), parce qu'il peut vraiment être comparé à un fou du roi, vous faisant toujours rire sans vraiment le planifier ! Pauvre Gurky, on ne le prend jamais au sérieux ...
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A nice place for a snack at the Gardens of Marqueyssac with splendid views of the Dordogne valley. Across the Dordogne river, is the Beynac castle. .
Dominating the valley, like a king on a throne. In medieval times it must have been even more impressive then today during a spectacular canoe trip on the Dordogne river.
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Beynac-et-Cazenac - Château de Beynac - Château de France
Château de Beynac (Est. 12th century) - built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. , The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. The Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (1189–1199) died. Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
Info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Château_de_Beynac.
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Richard Poppelaars
About Pixels Photography: #skyline #dordogne #river #cliff #beynaccastle #castle #Beynac-et-Cazenac #FR
Overlooking the Dordogne in France. Built by the French during the Hundred Years War to face the English castle opposite... or vice versa. Joan of Arc the movie was filmed here.
Natural light in the darkness of a day (Château de Beynac/France) - Beams of sunlight penetrate though the ancient windows in the thick castle walls. A nice place to sit, surrounded by illuminated castle walls and a very nice floor made out of small pebbles. It shows the use of light in medieval dark ages, from a time where they lived in medieval darkness, almost all day and certainly during the deep dark night.
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #castle #interior #room #window
Medieval welcome at the Logis de L'Éperon (Château de Beynac/France) - A huge kitchen and enough seats to eat, the Logis de L'Éperon looks very authentic, maybe it's where inhabitants, defenders and visitors stayed. The many swords and some knights armour almost generate the medieval sounds that once filled this room.
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #interior #visitors #LogisdeEperon
Salle des États wall banners (Château de Beynac/France) - Being the Salle des États (States' Hall) it's decorated with some nice banners showing colors and heraldic signs. It looks like a reproduction but they look very real.
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #interior decoration #banner
This internal courtyard with arched entries shows the excellent restored state of this huge castle. Construction begun in the 12th century and some parts were added during the 14th, 16th and 17 centuries. Restoration works of the decayed castle started after 1962 resulting in one of the best-preserved and best known castles in this region.
Photo July 30, 2014, Château de Beynac (+/-1150) after 864 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
Château de Beynac (Est. 12th century) - built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. , The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. The Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (1189–1199) died. Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
Info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Château_de_Beynac.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #monument #beynaccastle #castle #museum / Architecture
Dominating the valley, like a king on his throne. In medieval times it must have been even more impressive.
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Beynac-et-Cazenac - Château de Beynac - Château de France
Château de Beynac (Est. 12th century) - built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. The Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (1189–1199) died. Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
Info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Château_de_Beynac.
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Richard Poppelaars
About Pixels Photography: #skyline #castle #cliff #beynaccastle #castle #Beynac-et-Cazenac #FR
Salle des États wall banners (Château de Beynac/France) - Being the Salle des États (States' Hall) it's decorated with some nice banners showing colors and heraldic signs. It looks like a reproduction but they look very real.
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #interior decoration #banner
Natural light in the darkness of a day (Château de Beynac/France) - Beams of sunlight penetrate though the ancient windows in the thick castle walls. A nice place to sit, surrounded by illuminated castle walls and a very nice floor made out of small pebbles. It shows the use of light in medieval dark ages, from a time where they lived in medieval darkness, almost all day and certainly during the deep dark night.
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #castle #interior #room #window
Natural light in the darkness of a day (Château de Beynac/France) - Beams of sunlight penetrate though the ancient windows in the thick castle walls. A nice place to sit, surrounded by illuminated castle walls and a very nice floor made out of small pebbles. It shows the use of light in medieval dark ages, from a time where they lived in medieval darkness, almost all day and certainly during the deep dark night.
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #castle #interior #room #window
King of the Dordogne valley (Château de Beynac/France) - King Richard Lionhart 1st (1157-1199) - King of England died in Châlus on april 6 in 1199, also in the Aquitaine region. During his ten years of reign as a king he was only about six months in England, fought in de Third Crusade and also had to defend several huge areas on the (French) continent he enherited. He fought many brave but also brutal wars and battles, imprisoned or captured and finally shot down by a crossbow bolt. The castle stills breaths this medieval history, today the the only remaining king high on top of the cliff, like a ever ruling king in this part of the Dordogne valley.
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #king #RichardLionhart #kingrichard
Where are the knights hiding? (Château de Beynac/France) - One of the biggest rooms is the "Salle de Etats. Visitors automatically look for a throne, only the deep sounds of footsteps on the wooden floor suggest knights being near. Very inspiring for kids while parents look, just to make sure, for medieval persons....
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #interior #visitors #SalledeEtats
It only takes a little editing effort to transform a photo of this castle into even more a fairytale like view. Not many of us are eable to capture this castle in all season conditions and kinds of weather, only imagine how great this would be.
Photo August 1, 2017, Château de Beynac (+/-1150) after 867 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
Château de Beynac (Est. 12th century) - built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. , The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. The Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (1189–1199) died. Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
Info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Château_de_Beynac.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #monument #beynaccastle #castle #museum / #landscape #castle
Dominating the valley, like a king on his throne. In medieval times it must have been even more impressive.
Photo July 29, 2017, Château de Beynac (+/-1150) after 867 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
Château de Beynac (Est. 12th century) - built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. , The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. The Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (1189–1199) died. Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
Info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Château_de_Beynac.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #monument #beynaccastle #castle #museum / #castle #cliff
It's like walking in a medieval painting on the medieval steap uphill road to the 12th century Chateau Beynac. During the warm days of summer one of the many reasons why a visit this historical monument is breathtaking.
Photo August 1, 2017, Château de Beynac (+/-1150) after 867 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
Château de Beynac (Est. 12th century) - built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. , The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and on the opposite bank of the river, the Château de Castelnaud was held by the English. The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. The Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (1189–1199) died. Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
Info: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Château_de_Beynac.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
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Imagine our surprise when we turned the corner of the road to see this. Had to stop in this town and take a look at the Castle.
If you look in the distance of this photo, you can see at least two other feudal lord castles in the distance.
Salle des États wall banners (Château de Beynac/France) - Being the Salle des États (States' Hall) it's decorated with some nice banners showing colors and heraldic signs. It looks like a reproduction but they look very real.
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #interior decoration #banner
Where are the knights hiding? (Château de Beynac/France) - One of the biggest rooms is the "Salle de Etats. Visitors automatically look for a throne, only the deep sounds of footsteps on the wooden floor suggest knights being near. Very inspiring for kids while parents look, just to make sure, for medieval persons....
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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Château de Beynac - Château de France
One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. At Châlus in the same Aquitaine region of Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France / #ChâteaudeBeynac #beynaccastle #monument / #interior #visitors #SalledeEtats
Exclusive medieval internal courtyard. This internal courtyard shows that compared to the average level of architecture in medieval times Chateau de Beignac must have been, and still is, a perfect example of medieval design and construction.
Photo July 2014, Château de Beynac (1115) after 899 years in time.
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One of the most impressive castles in the Dordogne valley, Château de Beynac (Est. 1115). Built by the barons of Beynac. Perched on top of a limestone cliff with double crenellated walls, moats and barbican. it has a grand view over the Dordogne valley with other castles in all directions.
The Dordogne region was the theatre of numerous struggles for influence, rivalries and occasionally battles but the castles fell more often through ruse and intrigue rather than by direct assault. During the Hundred Years' War the Dordogne was the border between France and England. The fortress at Beynac was in French hands and Château de Castelnaud, on the opposite bank of the Dordogne river, was held by the English. The Château de Beynac is where Richard Cœur de Lion, King of England (ruled from 1189–1199) died.
Nowadays it's one of the best preserved castles, a monument of history and absolutely worth to visit.
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Photo - Richard Poppelaars.
© About Pixels Photography: #AboutPixels / #castle #interior #medieval #ChteaudeFrance #beynaccastle #monument #ChteaudeBeynac in #Beynac-et-Cazenac #France
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