Chaumont International Garden Festival 2011 takes place in Chaumont-sur-Loire in France from 22 April until 16 October.
For the 20th festival international des jardins the theme will be gardens of the future or the art of happy biodiversity.
Set in the grounds of the splendid Chaumont castle which enjoys beautiful views over the river Loire the contemporary garden design festival showcases the best of garden design and is famous throughout the world.
The chateau itself is quite a sight and its history fascinating having been occupied by none other than Catherine De Medici as well as Diane de Poitiers.
There are a number of permanent features in the grounds including the Capella dans la clairiere by Anne and Patrick Poirier and the Spirale vegetale by Patrick Blanc, but it is the fabulous contemporary displays which attract so many visitors to this beautiful garden.
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