Château du Buisson-de-Mai, Neoclassical castle in Saint-Aquilin-de-Pacy, France.
Description
The Château du Buisson-de-Mai is a neoclassical castle in Saint-Aquilin-de-Pacy with a rectangular main building and four symmetrical corner pavilions. The brick facades display stone quoins and window pediments, with bell towers crowning each pavilion.
History
The Buisson-de-Mai estate has been documented since the 15th century and was held by the Bordeaux family from Vernon for generations. The property underwent significant architectural developments that shaped its present form.
Culture
The castle serves as a venue for classical music performances that draw audiences throughout the year. These events connect the place to the broader artistic life of the region.
Practical
Access to the castle follows a diagonal path that reveals it from different vantage points as you approach. Visitors will experience changing views and lighting conditions along the approach route.
Did you know?
The diagonal access path was designed in 1781 by architect Jacques-Denis Antoine to create a staged discovery route. This was a deliberate architectural choice to orchestrate how visitors first encounter the building.
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