Hedge Maze of Versailles
by Alexios Ntounas
Title
Hedge Maze of Versailles
Artist
Alexios Ntounas
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The labyrinth of Versailles is a hedge maze in the Gardens of Versailles. It was created by André Le Notre in 1668 in the gardens of the palace. In the maze you can find thirty nine fountains and sculptures depicting Aesop's fables. The fountains depict animals which spurt water jets from their mouths to give the impression of speech.
The Palace of Versailles, Château de Versailles in French, was the principal royal residence of France from 1682, under Louis XIV, until the start of the French Revolution in 1789, under Louis XVI. André Le Nôtre was the landscape architect who designed the gardens of the Palace of Versailles
The Palace and the Gardens of Versailles attract so many tourists each day. I still remember standing in a huge line under the rain just to get into the Palace. However we were lucky and the weather cleared just in time when we got out of the Chateau. The sun appeared and we were able to enjoy a walk in the Gardens and listen to the fountains music show. Walking in a labyrinth with huge green hedge walls has a kind of mystery. While you try to find your way out you come across so many beautiful sculptures and statues that you want to search for more.
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May 4th, 2021
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