Aile du Midi, South wing at Palace of Versailles, France
The Aile du Midi extends 150 meters with two parallel buildings separated by three courtyards, featuring classical Italian architecture on the garden side.
Between 1679 and 1681, architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart designed and constructed this wing, which initially housed the royal children of France.
The Battle Gallery inside the wing spans 118 meters in length and displays numerous paintings depicting important French military victories through history.
Visitors can access the wing through two entrance levels, with the garden-level entrance located on the park side of the palace complex.
The Congress Hall within the Aile du Midi serves as a meeting place for French parliamentary sessions and presidential elections since 1953.
Location: Versailles
Part of: Palace of Versailles
GPS coordinates: 48.80331,2.12103
Latest update: October 2, 2025 14:54
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