Masterpiece of Classical art, the Palace of Versailles, built in the seventeenth century, attracts visitors from around the world. Symbol of pomp and excess, this majestic building was the French monarchy during the scene of many prestigious events and festivals.
World Heritage of UNESCO, this huge castle - with 700 rooms and 2,513 windows! - Was built in two major steps. The old castle, ancient hunting residence corresponding to the buildings lining the famous Marble Courtyard, was raised in 1623, during the reign of Louis XIII, Louis XIV's father. Once in power, the Sun King Louis XIV made him embellish by his architect Louis Le Vau, from 1661 to 1668. Considering this later too small castle, the Sun King was again called on to do his architect enlarge from 1668 to 1670. This part, which is the new castle, houses, as can be seen today, the sumptuous State Apartments.
Unmissable, visiting the interior to discover furniture and art all prestigious as each other.
The famous Hall of Mirrors, decorated with 357 mirrors, is in itself a masterpiece. In the seventeenth century this gallery was viewed as a luxury but as a big change because it offered the guests the privilege to admire entirely.
The site visit continues with the discovery of the Battles Gallery, with paintings depicting the great military events in France; the chapel dedicated to St. Louis; the State Apartments of the King and the Queen or the Royal Opera House
World Heritage of UNESCO, this huge castle - with 700 rooms and 2,513 windows! - Was built in two major steps. The old castle, ancient hunting residence corresponding to the buildings lining the famous Marble Courtyard, was raised in 1623, during the reign of Louis XIII, Louis XIV's father. Once in power, the Sun King Louis XIV made him embellish by his architect Louis Le Vau, from 1661 to 1668. Considering this later too small castle, the Sun King was again called on to do his architect enlarge from 1668 to 1670. This part, which is the new castle, houses, as can be seen today, the sumptuous State Apartments.
Unmissable, visiting the interior to discover furniture and art all prestigious as each other.
The famous Hall of Mirrors, decorated with 357 mirrors, is in itself a masterpiece. In the seventeenth century this gallery was viewed as a luxury but as a big change because it offered the guests the privilege to admire entirely.
The site visit continues with the discovery of the Battles Gallery, with paintings depicting the great military events in France; the chapel dedicated to St. Louis; the State Apartments of the King and the Queen or the Royal Opera House
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