The Palace
of Versailles located southwest of the City of Paris was created
by French King Louis XIII. The massive residence which contains the
famous Hall of Mirrors, was the last palace to be inhabited by French
Kings. Louis
XVI and his wife, Marie
Antoinette, lived there before the uprising of the people during the
French Revolution.
Formal gardens may be viewed from within the palace and the view
stretches into the distance along straight lined pools. Magnificent
water fountains provide a wonderful display on special occasions. We
also visited the Grand
and Petite Trianon, two small castles constructed on the grounds
after the original palace was completed.
