Latona Parterre, French formal garden in Versailles, France.
The Latona Parterre extends over 3.5 hectares with symmetrical flower beds, water features, and sculpted topiaries arranged in geometric patterns.
André Le Nôtre designed this section in 1660 as part of Louis XIV's garden transformation project, establishing its final form in 1685.
The central fountain depicts the mythological story of Latona, mother of Apollo and Diana, protecting her children from Lycian peasants.
The parterre remains accessible throughout the year, with water shows occurring between April and October on specific schedules.
The 2015 restoration returned the parterre to its original 17th-century design, including the reintroduction of period-accurate plant species.
Location: Versailles
Creator: Gilles Guérin;les frères Marsy
Creator: Gilles Guérin;les frères Marsy
Part of: Gardens of Versailles
GPS coordinates: 48.80556,2.11722
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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Hall of Mirrors
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Galerie des Batailles
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Appartement du roi
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Petit appartement du roi
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Bosquet des Rocailles
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Museum of the History of France
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Grand appartement de la reine
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Petit appartement de la reine
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Allée Royale
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Bain des Nymphes
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Fontaine du Point du Jour
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Fontaine du Soir
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