Chateau de Versailles
Many visitors make the short trek from Paris to experience the grandiosity of Chateau de Versailles, but you can even take a virtual trip right from your computer.
Versailles, which became the official residence of the Court of France in 1862, houses the famous Hall of Mirrors. The site also offers a wealth of biographical information on Louis XIV (known as the Sun King), Marie Antoinette, Napoleon and other historic French figures. Be sure to view selections from the chateau's art collection.
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