Last day in Paris at Chantilly

Bit of an odd combination today, because we visited two very different places, although horses link the two and they are only a few minutes walk apart. We caught the train to Chantilly Govieux from the notorious Gare Du Nord and 25 minutes later we were in Chantilly trying to get a taxi to the Chateau.
The first was the Chateau at Chantilly. It doesn't get a lot of publicity, but it is a  magnificent building in a beautiful setting.Very few people visiting which was a change.  There is a wonderful collection of books in the library and a superb display of illuminated manuscripts. The Duc of Aumale also collected paintings, of which there are many, including three by Raphael. In addition, there is an exquisite collection of objets d'art.
Outside, the property is divided into two main gardens and a woodland. Small chateaux could be glimpsed through the trees past the waterfalls, canals and lakes. There is a restaurant in the grounds. Because we wanted to go to the races next door, as well, our time was limited, so we hired a golf buggy and Allen drove us around the gardens. That tells you how large they are.
The 18th century stables are set apart, and they too, are magnificent. Horse spectaculars of all sorts are held here. There was an equestrian event today, but our ticket didn't cover entry into this. We had plenty to see anyway and could only whizz through the horse museum.