Little Venice

It used to be the fishing district of Colmar, inhabited mainly by fishermen and boatmen. The dock side is neatly arranged with the colorful wooden rib house such as yellow, pink, purple blue, vermilion, orange, etc., which is more vivid against the water. Standing on the bridge, I can't help imagining myself as a figure in a painting, leisurely watching the boat in the river.

St. Martin's Church

St. Martin's Cathedral is a shining pearl of architecture in the small Alsatian city of Colmar. The construction of this Gothic church began in the 13th century, and over the centuries it has been enlarged and transformed to have the architectural features of the 14th to 16th centuries. Its most notable features are the towering bell tower and the exquisite colored tile roof, which are unique to the Alsace region.

The interior is equally striking, with detailed carvings, stained glass and frescoes. These artworks show the development of religious art at different times. In addition, St. Martin's Cathedral has a number of historic works of art, including statues, altars and pulpits.

It is not only a place of religious ceremonies, but also one of the centers of Colmar's cultural life, attracting countless tourists and history lovers. Every year during the Christmas season, the famous Colmar Christmas Market is held near the church, and the area around the church becomes a lively and brightly lit celebration. St. Martin's Cathedral not only represents the history of Colmar, it is also a source of pride and a part of the collective memory of the local community.

St. Martin's Church is small, but in a small town like Colmar, it fits in well with the fairytale town image. There is a stork's nest on the top of the church, and sitting at the foot of the church in summer evening, you can hear a family of storks clicking, which is very interesting.

🏰 Chateau de Chambord

It is the largest castle group in the Loire Valley, and the layout is a more typical ancient castle layout in the Middle Ages, and it is the palace of French Kings hunting. The double gangway is the most famous staircase in the palace, with two separate sets of interlocking balustrades, which are said to prevent disputes between the queen and the king's mistress. Whatever the truth of this statement, the chateau de Chambord was once the place where the love stories of the royal celebrities took place, and the charm continues to this day. Fort Chambord was built during the reign of King Francois I. It reflects the traditional French architectural art in layout, shape and style decoration, and is influenced by the Italian Renaissance, becoming one of the masterpieces of the French Renaissance. It is regarded by the French as a national treasure worth showing off. In 1981, the fort was added to the World Heritage List.

The most distinctive double spiral staircase is inspired by Da Vinci's design, allowing two people to climb the stairs while catching a glimpse of each other, but never meeting. Two babies traveling together must walk apart to experience this magical staircase!

Almost every room in the castle has a fireplace. Why so many? Because it's too cold! History proves that Louis XIV only visited the country eight times during his 70-year reign, almost once every eight years. Louis XV gave the castle to his father-in-law, Stanislas, and after eight years of living there, he finally gave it up and left because of the cold winters and mosquitoes in the summer. It's actually warmer outside than inside, as I've experienced! Outdoor 13 degrees, but only 7-8 degrees inside the castle, winter to visit the baby must wear a good cotton-padded jacket to ah!