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The Joyeuse Hotel is a private hotel located in Amboise, built in the 16th century. His name and details of his construction remain unknown, but he is associated with the Italian architect Fra Giocondo, who worked there for King Charles VIII at the beginning of this century. The building features a Renaissance façade decorated with typical motifs such as roses, a cord and shells, as well as an original twisted decor.

In the 19th century, after a fire, the hotel was almost completely restored, probably by architect Ruprich-Robert. The structure retains remarkable elements, such as a large door in the middle of the hanger on the ground floor and a glassed wooden gallery on the first floor. Inside, painted ceilings testify to its past prestige. The hotel, now transformed into a condominium, is closed to the public, as is its Italian garden.

Ranked a historic monument since October 29, 1941, the Joyeuse Hotel illustrates the influence of the Italian Renaissance in Touraine. Its inscription protects its facade and architectural elements, although its access is now restricted to residents. The exact location, 6 rue Joyeuse, confirms its anchoring in the Amblois heritage.

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