Petit appartement du roi, Private chambers in Versailles
The Petit appartement du roi consists of the king's personal rooms used for daily activities and leisure.
Constructed for Louis XIV, they provide a glimpse into the private lives of French monarchs.
They display the changing tastes of royal furnishings and decoration styles through the centuries.
Tours of these apartments offer insights into the lesser-seen sides of royalty.
The Sun King's hidden passages illustrate the desire for privacy even in a grand palace.
Location: Versailles
Source: Wikimedia