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Hall of Mirrors at Versailles The most renowned chamber in the Palace, the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles, was erected to replace a huge terrace planned by architect Louis Le Vau that opened into the garden. It’s also known as the Grande Galerie or Galerie des Glaces in French. The terrace originally existed between the… Continue reading Hall of Mirrors at Versailles

Top Things to do in Versailles Palace The Château de Versailles represents the zenith of opulence in the 17th and 18th centuries. It’s an embodiment of the Ancien Régime’s excess, and it’s mind-boggling in its richness, with grounds so vast that you’ll need a bicycle or golf cart to see everything in one day. The… Continue reading Things to do in Versailles