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About Château de Chantilly
Château de Chantilly is a grand castle located in the town of Chantilly, in the Oise department of northern France. The castle was originally built in the Middle Ages and has been rebuilt and renovated several times since then. The current structure was built in the 16th century by Anne de Montmorency, a French statesman and military commander. The castle was inherited by the Duke of Aumale in the 19th century, who was a great art collector and contributed significantly to the development of the castle's art collections. The castle is surrounded by a beautiful park and gardens, including the French-style gardens designed by André Le Nôtre, the same landscape architect who designed the gardens at Versailles. The castle also houses a world-renowned collection of paintings, including works by Raphael, Botticelli, Ingres, and Delacroix. In addition to the art collections, the castle contains a library with over 13,000 volumes, including many rare and valuable books. Today, the castle and its grounds are open to the public, and visitors can tour the castle, gardens, and art collections. The castle also hosts a range of cultural events throughout the year, including concerts, exhibitions, and theater performances. The Château de Chantilly is a significant historical and cultural landmark, and one of the most visited castles in France.
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