Palace of Versailles
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The Palace of Versailles, located in the Île-de-France region of France, is a historic royal residence. Originally built in 1623 and expanded by Louis XIV in the late 17th century, it covers 63,154 square meters. Known for its Hall of Mirrors and extensive gardens.
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The palace served as the royal residence of France from 1682 until the French Revolution in 1789. Designed by architects Louis Le Vau and Jules Hardouin-Mansart, it is an exemplar of French Baroque architecture. The extensive gardens, designed by André Le Nôtre, feature fountains, sculptures, and the Grand Canal. Visitors can access Versailles by train from Paris, approximately 20 kilometers away.