About Versailles
The Palace of Versailles, built in the 17th century by order of Louis XIV, became the symbol of the absolute power of the French monarchy. The gardens and the Domaine de Trianon, including the Grand and Petit Trianon, were conceived as private retreats for royalty, where they sought to escape the protocol and rigidity of the court, blending art, architecture and nature in perfect harmony.
What to see during the visit
During the tour you can stroll through the gardens designed by André Le Nôtre, with their symmetrical geometries, fountains and monumental sculptures. You can admire the Grand Trianon and the Petit Trianon and appreciate the elegant architecture and history linked to Marie Antoinette. In addition, the tour includes sculptures, fountains and decorative elements that show the grandeur of French art of the seventeenth and eighteenth century.
“Versailles is the crown of art, where beauty and power are confounded.” – Voltaire
Curiosities
- The Petit Trianon was a gift from Louis XVI to Marie Antoinette, allowing her to escape the strict rules of the court.
- The gardens of Versailles contain more than 50 fountains and ponds, many of them with innovative hydraulic mechanisms for their time.
- The Grand Trianon, also called the “Pink Marble Palace,” was built to provide a more intimate and relaxed space for royalty, away from the protocol of the main palace.