A day in Versailles: a must-see cultural getaway near Paris
Versailles, the royal city par excellence, has always aroused particular interest for lovers of history and culture. Nestled a few kilometers from Paris, this city with an exceptional heritage attracts thousands of visitors every year. They come from all over the world to discover its majestic castle, its French gardens and its unique atmosphere. If you like elegance and refinement, Versailles is undoubtedly one of the most bewitching destinations in France. Here are some must-see addresses! Go see a magnificent equestrian show Since 2003, Bartabas has created a corps de ballet unique in the world: the National Equestrian Academy of the Estate of Versailles. Installed in the Great Stable of the castle, this institution is based on transmission as much as on representation. The daily teaching combines Haute École dressage with various disciplines. We find artistic fencing, dance, singing, Kyudo, Japanese archery. Bartabas knew how to exploit this exceptional royal space to offer a few lucky ones the opportunity to get naked, …