For the first time, a film made from aerial shots only, reveals the completeness and unity of the royal city territory designed by Louis XIV and André Le Nôtre.
Seen from above, the links between the town and the castle become obvious: from either side of the King's Chamber, perspectives, avenues and alleys, groves and places echo one another.
These glimpses filmed by the City of Versailles highlight a regular plan, strictly organized so as to let the nature and sunlight converge toward the castle.
Pioneer of the garden-city concept, with a territory composed by more than 50% of natural areas, Versailles has inspired the planning of many cities worldwide, including Washington D.C, Karlsruhe and St. Petersburg.
Saint Michel, an electro-pop band from Versailles, signs the soundtrack of the film with an original instrumental version of their title, “Bob”.
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26 сен 2024