A new fountain has been unveiled at Versailles for the first time in over 300 years. Made from 2,000 gilded glass orbs, Les Belles Dances (2015) by French sculptor Jean-Michel Othoniel is a permanent ...

In December 2022, a small crowd gathered around the Fountain of Apollo in the gardens of the Palace of Versailles to watch a crane lift the Greek god and his four-horse chariot out of the water. What ...

For the first time in over 300 years, a new fountain has sprung up in the legendary gardens of Versailles. Made from 2,000 glass beads, Les Belles Danses is a new permanent installation in the royal ...

The Palace of Versailles, also known as the Chateau de Versailles, is one of the most iconic landmarks in France. It is visited by around 15 million visitors every year, making it one of the most ...

With four months to go before the Olympic Games, the Fountain of Apollo in the Chateau de Versailles -- a gilded lead statue-fountain inspired by the legend of the sun god -- is back in use after two ...

VERSAILLES, Dec 6 (Reuters) - Apollo's Chariot Fountain was lifted from its base in the sumptuous gardens of the Palace of Versailles on Tuesday ahead of an 18-month restoration of the gilded lead ...

A visit to Versailles is a must for anyone exploring France. This grand palace, known for its opulent architecture, stunning gardens, and rich history, was once the royal residence of King Louis XIV.

French artist Jean-Michel Othoniel with some of his works in Hong Kong, May 2014. The sculptures he is designing for Versailles have a similar pearl-strand shape. ALEX HOFFORD/epa/Corbis Versailles is ...

Not like that big one in Linn Park -- just outside Mayor Larry Langford's window -- that attracts homeless people as if to an oasis. No. Not like the one at Five Points South that does the same. We ...