From Stronghold to Chateau: The town of Pau owes its origin to a medieval stronghold, which was renovated by Gaston Febus in the 14th Century. The result is a perfect example of the decoration and furnishing of the years 1840 - 1860. On the Footsteps of Henri IV: The future Henri IV, King of France and Navarra was born in this very castle on the 13 December 1553. Decoration Enhancing Memory: These furnishings are an example of the authentic decoration of a royal abode under the July Monarchy (reign of Louis-Philippe 1830 - 1848) TheTapestries: The Tapestries on show at the Chateau de Pau are, by virtue of their number and quality, one of the most valuable collections in France. Between Dream and History: All the ingredients of a very popular myth are already brought together in the 18th Century and form a fictional presence of Henri IV Chateau De Pau National Museum Rue du Chateau 64000 Pau Tel: 05 59 82 38 00 Web: www.musee-chateau-pau....