Versailles: Palace
Places and attractions in the Palace category
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Hall of Mirrors
Iconic Louis XIV-era mirrored gallery The Hall of Mirrors, a grandiose gallery within the Palace of Versailles in France, stands as a testament to the opulence of French monarchy. Stretching an impressive 73 meters in length, this architectural masterpiece was constructed between 1678 and 1684 under the...
Grand Trianon
The Grand Trianon stands as a testament to the opulence of French royalty, nestled within the expansive grounds of the Palace of Versailles. Constructed under the order of Louis XIV in 1687, this elegant palace served as a private retreat for the king and his mistress...
Petit appartement de la reine
Nestled within the majestic Palace of Versailles, the Petit appartement de la reine is a suite of rooms that once served as the private living quarters of the French queens. This intimate space, a stark contrast to the grandeur of the rest of the palace, offers a...
Versailles Orangerie
17th-century orangerie at the palace The Versailles Orangerie is a testament to the grandeur of French classical architecture and a quintessential component of the Palace of Versailles, one of the most renowned palaces in the world. Nestled within the palace grounds, the Orangerie stands as a remarkable...
Latona Fountain
The Latona Fountain stands as a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the Palace of Versailles, a resplendent emblem of French royal history. Located in the city of Versailles, France, this Baroque fountain is a centerpiece within the Gardens of Versailles, an...
Grand appartement de la reine
The Grand appartement de la reine, nestled within the resplendent Palace of Versailles, stands as a testament to the opulence and artistry of French royalty. This grand suite of rooms was once the personal domain of the queens of France, including Marie Antoinette, who...
Galerie des Batailles
Nestled in the heart of the city of Versailles, the Galerie des Batailles is a grand corridor within the Palace of Versailles, a testament to French history and a tribute to military triumphs. This expansive gallery, stretching over 120 meters in length, was created by...
Petit Trianon
Nestled within the expansive grounds of the Palace of Versailles in France, the Petit Trianon is a small château that stands as a testament to the opulence and elegance of 18th-century French architecture. This intimate retreat, built between 1762 and 1768 under the...
Temple de l'Amour
Stone folly in the Versailles garden Nestled in the picturesque grounds of the Château de Versailles, the Temple de l'Amour, or Temple of Love, stands as a hidden jewel of romantic architecture. Erected in 1778, the temple was designed by architect Richard Mique as a token of love and admiration.
The labyrinth of Versailles
The labyrinth of Versailles, once an elaborate and enchanting feature of the gardens of the Palace of Versailles, was a symbol of opulence and creativity in the city of Versailles, France. This intricate maze was designed in 1665 by André Le Nôtre, the principal...
Salle des Croisades
The Salles des Croisades is a set of rooms located in the north wing of the Palace of Versailles. The rooms were created in the mid-19th century by king Louis-Philippe for his museum of French history, and opened in 1843, at a time when France was seized with enthusiasm with its historical past, and especially the Crusades period.
Petit appartement du roi
The petit appartement du roi of the Palace of Versailles is a suite of rooms used by Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI. Located on the first floor of the palace, the rooms are found in the oldest part of the palace dating from the reign of Louis XIII.
Moberly–Jourdain incident
The Moberly–Jourdain incident is a claim of time travel and hauntings made by Charlotte Anne Moberly and Eleanor Jourdain. In 1911, Moberly and Jourdain published a book entitled An Adventure under the names of "Elizabeth Morison" and "Frances Lamont".
Château de Clagny
The Château de Clagny was a French country house that stood northeast of the Château de Versailles; it was designed by Jules Hardouin-Mansart for Madame de Montespan between 1674 and 1680. Although among the most important of the private residences designed by this great architect, it was demolished in 1769 after years of neglect.
Palace of Versailles Research Centre
The Palace of Versailles Research Centre is the first research centre established in a French palace. It originated as part of a French government project called "Digital Great Versailles" to improve public access to the Palace of Versailles.
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