Guess the French region with the help of this clue: A prickly past

In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?

Beneath this French chateau's statue of Louis XII is the royal emblem of a porcupine

This French chateau holds a long history, spanning several centuries. 

The site has expanded over time and today features a mixture of classic, Renaissance, and Gothic architecture. It was the home of several French kings and also welcomed Joan of Arc in 1429 to be blessed by the Archbishop of Reims. 

Beneath the chateau's statue of Louis XII is the royal emblem of a porcupine.

Can you guess where it is located?

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A) Royal Château of Blois, (Loir-et-Cher) in the region of Centre-Val de Loire
An alternative view of the chateau