Paquita is a ballet in two acts and three scenes originally choreographed by Joseph Mazilier to music by Édouard Deldevez and Ludwig Minkus. 

Paquita is a Spanish Ballet about a Romani girl who saves the life of a young French officer, Lucien d'Hervilly.

The Paquita Grand Pas is a famous and captivating segment of the ballet Paquita. This ballet is known for its vivacious character dances, beautiful costumes, and the spirited Grand Pas (a grand dance) that showcases technical ballet virtuosity. 

The Paquita Grand Pas is typically performed as a showstopper in the second act of Paquita, and it has become a favorite piece in the classical ballet repertoire. It is often performed as a standalone piece in galas or ballet performances.