I WONDER - Where Is Château De Chambord?

The Chateau de Chambor, located in France's Loire Valley, is a French Renaissance masterpiece built in the 16th century as a hunting lodge for King Francis I. The castle features 440 rooms, 365 fireplaces, and a 52 square kilometer park. Its most notable architectural feature is the double Helix staircase, possibly designed by Leonardo da Vinci, allowing two people to ascend and descend without seeing each other, showcasing innovative design for its time.

In which century was the Chateau de Chambor built?

• 18th century

• 17th century

• 16th century

• 15th century

How many rooms does the Chateau de Chambor have?

• 220 rooms

• 520 rooms

• 365 rooms

• 440 rooms

What is the size of the park surrounding the Chateau de Chambor?

• 42 square kilometres

• 62 square kilometres

• 52 square kilometres

• 32 square kilometres

Who is believed to have possibly designed the double Helix staircase in the Chateau de Chambor?

• Michelangelo

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Donatello

• Raphael

What is unique about the design of the double Helix staircase?

• It has a spiral shape

• It is the tallest staircase in France

• It is made entirely of glass

• It allows two people to use it without meeting