Nestled in the town of Giverny, France lies the home and garden of impressionist Claude Monet. One step inside and you can literally walk through Monet’s paintings and tiptoe through his famous waterlilies.
Chateau Chambord
Castle Chambord was originally built in 1519 under Francois the 1st as a hunting retreat and grew during the reign of many of the ruling Louis’s of the day. It’s a true wonder to see. You can find this gem in the Loire Valley of France among the many chateaus scattered throughout the region. Chateau Chambord is by far the best of the chateaus is the area and should be top of your list when picking which ones to see!
Tower Hill Botanical Garden
Boylston, Ma Tower Hill Botanical Garden is a little piece of outdoor heaven in Eastern Massachusetts. Tower Hill boasts 171 acres of garden viewing and is among one of the oldest botanical gardens in operation. It’s nice for a quick afternoon visit. Upon entering you’ll find several water features before heading into the main building. …
