Musée-promenade de Marly-le-Roi, Royal residence museum in Marly-le-Roi, France.
The Musée-promenade de Marly-le-Roi is a museum set within a palace park that tells the story of a royal private residence. The site spreads across landscaped gardens with pathways leading to remnants and reconstructions of what was once an elaborate estate.
Built between 1679 and 1683 under Louis XIV, the residence served as his private escape from the formality of court life. After the French Revolution, the entire complex was demolished, though its remains were later excavated and partly reconstructed for the museum.
The collections showcase furnishings and artworks that reflect the personal tastes of the royal family in their private retreat. The displayed objects reveal how the court enjoyed art and design away from the formal atmosphere of Versailles.
The museum occupies an extensive park site that can be explored on foot, with pathways of varying condition through gardens and ruins. Good walking shoes are recommended as the grounds are uneven and visits can take several hours to appreciate fully.
The museum offers virtual reality experiences that let visitors witness historical moments from the time of Louis XIV, such as celestial events. These immersive technologies help bring to life how the royal family experienced extraordinary occurrences at their retreat.
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