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Versailles

All these pictures of Versailles were taken in 1964. It had not changed much when I returned in 1993 but it was a very dull day so I didn't take any more pictures.

Right: The rear of 17th century Palace, built for Louis XIV, overlooks impressive formal gardens.

Right: Versailles entrance gate and courtyard.

Above: Versailles: colourful flowerbeds serve as a foil for the classical lines of the stonework.

Left: Sculpture and ornamental ponds enhance the view of Versailles Palace.


Right: More ponds and sculptures are to be found as we walk further into Versailles' extensive park.


Left: Looking back up the avenue to the Palace of Versailles.


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