Chantilly
- Chantilly is a commune in the Oise department in the Hauts-De-France region in northern France.
- Chantilly is world famous for its castle which houses the prestigious collections of the Condé Museum.
- The castle was the residence of the princes of Condé, cousins of the kings of France.
- The forest of Chantilly covers 6 344 hectares.
- The invention of whipped cream is frequently attributed to François Vatel, the head waiter of the Château de Chantilly.
- The city of Chantilly is famous for its horse racing activities.
- Two famous horse races take place at the Chantilly racecourse: the Prix du Jockey Club and the Prix de Diane.
What to visit in Chantilly?
- The Castle of Chantilly
- The Princes' Garden
- The Pavilion of Manse
- The training center and racing stables
- Equestrian shows
- The forest of Chantilly
- Horse Racing
- The Chantilly lace museum
- The ponds of Commelles
