It was created in 1968 from the former department of Seine-et-Oise.
Prefecture (capital): Versailles, world-famous for the Palace of Versailles (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Characteristics: A mix of urban areas (close to Paris, including Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Poissy, and Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines), suburbs, and abundant green spaces (forests such as the Forêt de Rambouillet, the Chevreuse Valley, and the banks of the Seine).
Economy: One of the wealthiest departments in France (high average incomes), with a strong presence in services, industry, and tourism.
Tourism: Famous for its castles (Versailles, Dampierre, Breteuil, Maisons-Laffitte), nature parks, and hiking and cycling trails.
In short: a prosperous, green, and historic department near Paris, with a strong combination of royal heritage and modern urban development.
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