Palace of Versailles

​After talking about amazing headpieces, how not to speak of an exceptional place where fashion was fundamental, the Palace of Versailles in France.

(All these photos are mine)

​Residence of Kings of France Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI, from 1682 to 1789.
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Initially, a small castle built by Louis XIII in 1624 but that Louis XIV and Louis XV radically transformed to make it one of the most beautiful castles in the world.

The castle
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A succession of richly decorated rooms, with incredible furniture and French sophistication.

​I understand better why this castle inspired so many people and why they tried to copy it without ever equalling it.

Gardens and fountains

Absolutely dazzling! I have traveled a lot and visited many palaces, but nothing is close to these gardens.
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We are constantly amazed, and we discover lots of hidden paths in the groves.

​Even better, the sound and light show "The Night Fountains Show" which gives these gardens an even more romantic and magical charm.

Grand Trianon
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Built in 1687 by Jules Hardouin-Mansart at the request of Louis XIV. It consists of a courtyard, a small palace, gardens and ponds. The exterior of the building is in pink marble, which gives it a romantic elegance.

​Petit Trianon

Built by Louis XV for his mistress Madame de Pompadour, she will unfortunately die before the end of the construction. It was Madame Du Barry, the next favourite who inaugurated it in 1769.

Queen’s Hamlet

Rustic and charming, far from the luxury and sophistication of other parts of Versailles, Queen’s hamlet transports us to another world.
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Built for Marie-Antoinette in 1782, she loved to take refuge there to forget her status as Queen.

I obviously haven’t visited all, but I can’t wait to go back to discover more!
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Visit it if you've never done it and while waiting for it, a short video: