Chapels of Versailles

Chapelle royale de Versailles

chapel in Versailles

#3 in Versailles / #449 in France

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The Chapels of Versailles, located within the Palace of Versailles in France, are a series of religious spaces that played significant roles in the daily life of the French court. The most notable is the Chapel Royal, which was completed in 1710 during the reign of Louis XIV. This grand two-story chapel is renowned for its stunning Baroque architecture, including its elaborate ceiling paintings by Antoine Coypel, ornate sculptures, and impressive organ. The chapel served as the site for royal weddings, baptisms, and daily mass attended by the king and court.

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