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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The corot ponds and the gutter are located in Ville-d'Avray, in the Hauts-de-Seine region of Île-de-France. This site is an integral part of the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud, a landscaped and protected historical complex. The interior parts of this domain were classified under the Historical Monuments by Decree No. 2022-906 of 17 June 2022, thus giving them enhanced legal protection.

Ville-d'Avray, known for its natural heritage and picturesque landscapes, houses these ponds that have inspired many artists, including painter Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot. Although the source text does not specify the exact origin of these ponds or the drainage, their integration with the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud underlines their historical and environmental importance. The state channel, a technical element linked to water management, bears witness to past hydraulic engineering, often associated with the needs of royal or aristocratic castles and domains.

The classification of 2022 is part of a desire to preserve the French heritage, protecting emblematic sites like this one. This decree guarantees the preservation of the interior elements of the estate, thus ensuring the transmission of this heritage to future generations. The approximate location, indicated as 9 Rue des Deux Étangs, allows visitors to locate this place full of history and nature.

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