Palace of Versailles
in the town of Versailles, outside
of Paris
(former gate house)
the Palace of Versailles
Under the direction of Louis XIV, king of France, a royal hunting lodge outside of Paris was transformed into the magnificent Palace of Versailles during the late 17th century.
statue of Louis XIV in front of Versailles Palace
Louis XIV
The complex, comprised of lavishly decorated galleries and salons, formal gardens with fountains and sculptures, and royal villas, was designated a national museum in 1837.
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throne room
bed room
More Photos of the Royal Apartments
hall of mirrors
mirrors and chandeliers
More Photos of the Hall of Mirrors
Louis XIV gliding through the heavens
(ceiling painting)
More Photos of the ceiling scenes
bust of Louis XIV
Louis XIV
Louis XV
the visitors
formal garden
pool
gardens
garden fountains
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