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Louis XIV by Rigaud, 1701. Louis XIV and Family, 1710, by de Largilliere. The “Old Chateau” of Versailles 1668. Originally built in 1623 by Louis XIII as a gentleman’s hunting lodge. “The New Chateau” wrapped old, 1668-1670. 1682: Became Official Residence.
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The “Old Chateau” of Versailles 1668 Originally built in 1623 by Louis XIII as a gentleman’s hunting lodge.
1682: Became Official Residence Outer terrace was converted into the Hall of Mirrors
Royal Chapel of Saint Louis Royal Chapel of Saint Louis (Louis XI was the crusader king of France). Louis XIV worshipped in this chapel each day.