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If you EVER get to Switzerland and are near Geneva, it is worth the drive to Montreux to take a tour of the Castle of Chillon. The place is so very fabulously cool. Try to be the last ones out and it’s even cooler to walk through it while it’s totally quiet.
If you didn’t follow the link above, The Castle dates from the 13th century and is built on a rock about 20 feet from the shoreline of Lake Geneva. So basically, it’s built on a rock island just a wee bit out away from the shoreline. Taking the audioguide tour is worth the 6CHF it costs. No matter what, though, it is just awe inspiring to walk through the place. To see Byron’s name carved into a post in the cellar/dungeon area. To see the different “layers” of the castle as the keep was built up higher and higher over about 150 years. It’s like walking into your history book and discovering the history is actually INTERESTING for a change.
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I am a 30 year old mother of 2 and professional photographer. I shoot with a Canon 5D unless otherwise noted.
Love the depth, color and texture in this! You make me want to be there!
I am happy that you had a great time, happier to have you home!
Wendy this photo is breath taking, I can see it as you did. The photo speaks of how it must have felt to actually be there.
Wonderful.
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I love this photograph!!
absolutely charming….beautiful shot….belongs in one of those travel mags….
gorgeous picture…perfect in every way!