The sprawling grounds of France’s opulent Palace of Versailles ... The machine was designed at the request of the French king Louis XIV—the monarch who commissioned Versailles, also known ...

King Louis XIV ruled from 1643 to 1715 — a total of ... Speaking of Swift's ties to France, the "Fortnight" singer will be ...

Andy Warhol in his house on Lexington Avenue, New York City, 1966 | Louis XIV, King of France 1638-1715, by Claude Lefèbvre | BBC / Getty Images Andy Warhol seemed to come from the future - from ...

The only structure is a 19th-century monolith that shares inscriptions in two languages, a symbol of peace between the two nations.

A visit to Versailles is a must for anyone exploring France. This grand palace, known for its opulent architecture, stunning ...

The chopines themselves would be never seen. What a waste! King Louis XIV of France, also known as The Sun King, had a real hankering for high heels. A fervent 18th-century fashionista ...

In 1667, 28-year-old all-powerful king of France, Louis XIV, decides to build the greatest palace in the world - Versailles. But drained budget, affairs and political intrigues complicate things.

Located in the Île-de-France region, south-west of Paris, privileged place both of residence and the exercise of power of the French monarchy from Louis XIV to Louis XVI, the Palace and Park of ...

La Salle claims the region and names it Louisiana in honor of King Louis XIV of France. February 10: The Treaty of Paris is signed, ending the Seven Years' War and resulting in Spain taking ...

The president has followed in the footsteps of Louis XIV of France and the czars of Russia, who operated national theaters as extensions of monarchical power. The more Americans isolate themselves ...