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The Chateau of Versailles remains forever the emblematic symbol of Louis XIV, whose reign lasted for almost half a century.

It is recognized as one of the most beautiful works of art of the 17th century France. The most symbolic of the rooms is no doubt the Hall of Mirrors.

During the next century, under the reign of Louis XV, the Chapel and the Opera were completed.

The Chateau ceased to function as the seat of official power in 1789 with the French Revolution.

This program presents a tour of the many rooms and works of art inside of France's national treasure.

The Orangery at the Chateau of Versailles was designed by Jules Hardouin-Mansart in the 17th century.

1. Opening
2. Introduction
3. Construction History
4. The Hercules Salon
5. The King's Grand Apartments
6. The Venus Salon
7. The Diane Salon
8. The Mars Salon
9. The Parade Room
10. The Apollo Salon
11. The Salon of War
12. The Hall of Mirrors
13. The Fifth Chapel
14. The Palatine Chapel
15. The Vestry of the Chapel
16. The Battle Galleries
17. The Sculpture Reserve
18. The Second Courtyard
19. Louis XV Office
20. Louis XVI Library
21. The China Dining Room
22. Louis XVI Games Room
23. The Congress Room
24. The Museographic Workshop
25. The Gilding Workshop
26. The Rooms of Paintings
27. Louis XVI Portraits
28. Women of the Court Portraits
29. Royal Family Portraits
30. Louis XIV Royal Family Portraits
31. Louis XIV Important Events Paintings
32. Marie Antoinette's Bedroom
33. The Queen's Interior Offices
34. Marie Antoinette's Library
35. The Meridian Office
36. Conclusion
37. Credits