One of the distinguishing features of the Château de Chantilly is undoubtedly its spectacular gardens, which are among the most beautiful in France. Spanning almost 300 acres, the estate is divided into a number of different sections, including a French formal garden, an English Garden, an Anglo-Chinese Garden and a "Hamlet" designed to resemble a small village with thatched cottages, a mill, and a dairy. André Le Nôtre, the legendary French landscape architect known for his work on the gardens at the Palace of Versailles, played a significant role in designing the gardens of the Château de Chantilly in the 17th Century. His work primarily focused on the French formal gardens, which are characterised by their geometric patterns, symmetry, and the strategic use of water features, including a Grand Canal that reflects the sky and surrounding greenery, adding to the aesthetic appeal of the gardens.
The gardens are also home to swans, ducks, and a variety of birds as well as a beautiful vegetable garden (the Potager des Princes) thats been growing a range of fruit, vegetables, and aromatic herbs for hundreds of years. Thanks to the vast size and natural features, they attract artists, photographers, and nature lovers alike.
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