We arrived in Versailles about noon and we were on our own for lunch before the tour of Versailles.
This is the grand entrance.
Photo by Rob Perszyk.
As Patrick had promised, Louis XIV was there to greet us.
Elisabeth led us on a tour of the extravagant rooms. It was little wonder that the peasants revolted.
Photos by Hal Mortensen.
The Royal Chapel
The apartment of the Queens.
Although much of famous Hall of Mirrors was being worked on, a short section was available for us to see.
Photo by Sam McKinstry.
The gardens and fountains are just as extravagant as the interior.
Photo by Sam McKinstry.
Photo by Clyde Aaron.
Photo by Hal Mortensen.
In the distance is the Grand Canal which was the setting for Louis XIV's boating parties.
Photo by Rob Perszyk.
Below is the Fountain of Apollo.
The Fountain of Neptune.
Photo by Hal Mortensen.
Continue to the Louvre.