Manoir de la Bouverie, Renaissance manor estate in Mardilly, France
The Manoir de la Bouverie is a manor house in Normandy built from red sandstone with a rectangular layout and four round towers at each corner. The architectural style reflects Renaissance design with its emphasis on symmetry and the distinctive towers that punctuate the building's outline.
The manor was built in 1608 on the remains of an earlier fortress. It became state property during the French Revolution and subsequently passed through various owners.
The building received official recognition as a historic monument in 1968, preserving its architectural elements that represent Renaissance design principles in Normandy.
The manor can be viewed from outside as it stands near the approach road to Mardilly, making the towers and facade easily visible. Other historical sites in the area are within a short distance, allowing visitors to explore multiple monuments in one visit.
The original moat still surrounds the building behind the main facade. This defensive feature hints at the military heritage that existed before the Renaissance manor was constructed.
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