Palace of Versailles, Royal palace in France.
The Palace of Versailles is a grandiose architectural masterpiece located in the Île-de-France region.
Built in the 17th century, it served as the principal royal residence of France until the start of the French Revolution.
The palace is renowned for its Hall of Mirrors and extensive gardens, reflecting the absolute monarchy of the Ancien Régime.
It's open to the public and can be reached easily from Paris by train.
Versailles is the world’s largest royal domain.
Location: Versailles
Inception: 1661
Founder: Louis XIII of France
Architects: Louis Le Vau, François d'Orbay, Jules Hardouin-Mansart, André Le Nôtre, Charles Le Brun, Robert de Cotte, Ange-Jacques Gabriel
Architectural style: French Baroque architecture
Width: 600 m
Opening Hours: April-October: Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-18:30, November-March: Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-17:30
Phone: +33130837800
Website: chateauversailles.fr
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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The Grand appartement de la reine is a set of rooms located in the Palace of Versailles.
The Salon of Hercules is a grand room in the Palace of Versailles.
The Petit appartement de la reine is a set of private rooms used by the queens of France.
The Grille royale is an ornate gate that provides a regal entrance to the Palace of Versailles.
The Cour de Marbre is the main courtyard of the Palace of Versailles.
The Aile du Midi is an integral part of the Palace of Versailles's architectural ensemble.
The Grand Commun is an impressive structure designed by the architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart.
The Diana Lounge is an elegant state room located within the Palace of Versailles.
The Dufour Pavilion is the main entrance to the Palace of Versailles.
The Aile du Nord is a prominent part of the Louvre Palace located in Paris.
