Chaumont-sur-Loire is not only known for its exceptional location at the heart of the Loire Valley, but especially for its monumental castle, listed at the UNESCO World Heritage. Under the hands of Renaissance artists, the former fortress was turned into an ornamented edifice and became famous for its aristocratic parties. Today, it remains a major touristic attraction, with about 400 000 visitors strolling the aisles of its International Garden Festival, or enjoying the cultural programs offered at the castle: contemporary works, concerts, photographers... The domain is a new place of convergence for the artistic life, merging past and present with the same avant-garde and refinement essence.