While sometimes called Baroque, the chapel is more restrained that Italian Baroque churches, with none of the curves and undulations associated with this theatrical architecture. In some ways the chapel also seems Gothic, given its narrow and high nave, stained glass, and vaulted ceiling.
The interior decoration by Augustin Pajou is constructed almost entirely of wood, painted to resemble marble in a technique known as faux marble. The excellent acoustics of the opera house are at least partly due to its wooden interior. It can accommodate more than people at a time. The Garden of Versailles is spread across 1, acres, and is one of the biggest gardens in the world. The marvel of the gardens of Versailles — then as now — is the fountains.
It has 50 spectacular fountains with jets, which were installed to entertain the guests. For example, all visitors were required to wear a hat and sword, which were available for rental at the palace entrance. Once properly outfitted, the masses enjoyed the breathtaking French and Italian paintings, sculpture, tapestries, and other fine art that adorned every room.
While Versailles' extravagance is dreamlike, keeping it running was a financial nightmare. Actual building costs for Versailles are debated by modern historians, because currency values are uncertain.
These expenses are but one way to underscore the differences in day-to-day life between the lavish habits of the French aristocracy and the struggles of the common citizen. The Hall of Mirrors. The Royal Chapel.
The Royal Opera. The King's Apartment. The Madame Pompadour's Apartments. Louis XV's daughters' Apartments. The Congress Chamber. The Gallery of Great Battles. The Crusades Rooms. The Africa, Crimea and Italy Rooms. The Empire rooms. The Coronation Room. The Room. Tradition had it that the King sleep at the heart of his royal domain.
Louis XIV rooms are therefore located at the center of the chateau which renders it easy to find his private chamber.
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