After visiting a stunning new palace built for one of his ministers, French king Louis XIV decided to transform a royal hunting lodge into what became the Royal Palace at Versailles. Known for its size and opulence--as well as its enormous grounds studded with sculpture, fountains, and other palaces--Versailles became the envy of rulers across Europe, many of whom were inspired to build their own versions of Louis’s spectacular palace. In this presentation, we’ll learn about the creation of Versailles, along with its gardens and surroundings, and we’ll visit some of its many imitators.

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