👑 Chambéry: The Lost Capital of Savoy

📍 "Where Alpine history whispers through ducal castles and holy shrouds..." 🏰 Royal Legacy Capital of Savoy (1295-1563): Ruled by the powerful House of Savoy until the court fled to Turin. French Revolution Shift: Annexed by France in 1792, ending its political glory—but not its charm! 📜 Must-See Historical Gems 1️⃣ Château des Ducs de Savoie 13th-century power hub – Climb the tower for panoramic views of the Alps. "Where dukes plotted, lovers sighed, and Jesus’ shroud once lay." 2️⃣ Sainte-Chapelle Home to the Turin Shroud (1453-1578): A relic so holy, it needed armed escorts to Italy! 3️⃣ Saint-François-de-Sales Cathedral ⛪️ 6,000㎡ of trompe-l’œil frescoes – "Gothic ceilings that ‘open’ to heavenly skies!" ✨ 🍷 Local Secrets Try génépi liqueur – A herbal Alpine digestif. Walk Rue Basse – Peek into hidden Italianate courtyards. "Chambéry doesn’t mourn its lost crown—it toasts to quieter joys: wine, art, and mountain air." 🥂 #ForgottenCapitals #AlpineHistory