Centuries ago, it was the epicentre of French royalty.

For six days in August, the Chateau de Versailles becomes the hot spot of riding royalty.

The magnificent palace and grounds 19 kilometres west of Paris — which started out as a hunting lodge but became home to the court of Louis XIV in 1682 — will host the 2024 Olympic Games equestrian and modern pentathlon competitions, featuring the best of the best in the sport.