The Royal Chapel
The Royal Chapel
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RVSVD
Spring Branch, TX281 contributions
Dec 2019
Wow, words cannot tell the story. It is a beautiful piece of art and such a grand dedication to God. The chapel holds concerts from time to time and has such a peaceful feeling about it.
Written January 14, 2020
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia20,006 contributions
Jan 2022
The Royal Chapel is the third thing we liked best in the palace of Versailles, just after the Hall of Mirrors and the Battle room.
The Chapel is pretty big, made on two levels and it strongly reminds me on the Paris' Saint Chapel, although it does not have such amazing stained glass.
You cannot enter it, just observe it from the entrance.
The Chapel is pretty big, made on two levels and it strongly reminds me on the Paris' Saint Chapel, although it does not have such amazing stained glass.
You cannot enter it, just observe it from the entrance.
Written February 16, 2022
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I visited this place🇬🇧🇳🇱🇺🇸🇫🇷🇨🇭
Israel35,980 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
PROS
* Glorious and stunning
* Gilded with gold
CONS
* It can be seen only from outside the balcony
* Large crowds at the narrow entrance to see the thing
"I VISITED THIS PLACE"...
... as part of my self-guided walking tour through the Palace of Versailles. Because of the overwhelming crowds, I couldn't get close enough to see anything from the ground floor but was able to manage to see stuff from the balcony.
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
It is part of the 22 euro admission (covered with the Paris Museum Pass)
WOULD "I VISIT THIS PLACE" AGAIN?
If i am touring the palace of Versailles gain, I would of course go here too
ADVICE
* See it when you are there
* Be prepared for crowds
* Glorious and stunning
* Gilded with gold
CONS
* It can be seen only from outside the balcony
* Large crowds at the narrow entrance to see the thing
"I VISITED THIS PLACE"...
... as part of my self-guided walking tour through the Palace of Versailles. Because of the overwhelming crowds, I couldn't get close enough to see anything from the ground floor but was able to manage to see stuff from the balcony.
WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
It is part of the 22 euro admission (covered with the Paris Museum Pass)
WOULD "I VISIT THIS PLACE" AGAIN?
If i am touring the palace of Versailles gain, I would of course go here too
ADVICE
* See it when you are there
* Be prepared for crowds
Written June 23, 2024
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Ewa G
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Nov 2023 • Solo
An exceptional concert in a magnificent location. Unfortunately the fun wasted - to begin with, we strongly advise you not to leave your coat in the cloakroom because the performance hall is not heated at all. Then you sit uncomfortably close together with your neighbors - rows are so compacted that the slightest movement causes elbows to hit - embarrassing!!! The height of it is to be placed right in front of a column from which you can't see anything - certainly, these are cheaper tickets, but what's the point in selling them!!!
In short, unworthy conditions to attend an exceptional concert in a prestigious venue!!!
In short, unworthy conditions to attend an exceptional concert in a prestigious venue!!!
Written November 27, 2023
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Brad
Hong Kong, China178,243 contributions
Dec 2013 • Couples
One of the many nice attractions of Chateau Versailles is the Royal Chapel which was built between 1698 and 1710 by Jules Hardouin-Mansart on order of Louis XIV. Unfortunately, Louis was only able to use this beautiful chapel for five years before his death in 1715.
The architecture of the chapel has Gothic influence, found in the lofty nave vaulted arches, large window arcades and large inner columns. There is also notable evidence of Baroque architecture, popular at that time, seen in the ornamental marble floor, gilded alter pieces and the ceiling frescos.
The ceiling frescos in particular are quite impressive, featuring an iconographic programme of works, which celebrate 'The Trinity'. The paintings were done between 1708 and 1710 by Charles de La Fosse, Antoine Coypel and Jean Jouvenet. The works are lovely to look at and are quite photogenic.
At the front of the chapel you can see an attractive alter area. An important piece there is the gilt bronze structure called 'Pietra' created by Corneille Van Cleve, the French sculptor who created many of the statues and sculptures you can find around Versailles.
We also enjoyed seeing the beautiful pipe organ built in 1711 by Robert Cliquot, from the famous family of organ builders responsible for those found in Notre Dame Cathedral, Saint Sulprice, Saint-Louis des Invalides, Saint Ruen Cathedral amongst others. We were lucky to hear a melody being played during the time of our visit.
Overall, we enjoyed the Royal Chapel and found it to be one of the more memorable things to see within the Chateau de Versailles.
The architecture of the chapel has Gothic influence, found in the lofty nave vaulted arches, large window arcades and large inner columns. There is also notable evidence of Baroque architecture, popular at that time, seen in the ornamental marble floor, gilded alter pieces and the ceiling frescos.
The ceiling frescos in particular are quite impressive, featuring an iconographic programme of works, which celebrate 'The Trinity'. The paintings were done between 1708 and 1710 by Charles de La Fosse, Antoine Coypel and Jean Jouvenet. The works are lovely to look at and are quite photogenic.
At the front of the chapel you can see an attractive alter area. An important piece there is the gilt bronze structure called 'Pietra' created by Corneille Van Cleve, the French sculptor who created many of the statues and sculptures you can find around Versailles.
We also enjoyed seeing the beautiful pipe organ built in 1711 by Robert Cliquot, from the famous family of organ builders responsible for those found in Notre Dame Cathedral, Saint Sulprice, Saint-Louis des Invalides, Saint Ruen Cathedral amongst others. We were lucky to hear a melody being played during the time of our visit.
Overall, we enjoyed the Royal Chapel and found it to be one of the more memorable things to see within the Chateau de Versailles.
Written January 25, 2014
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Linda H
Chandler, AZ98 contributions
Oct 2019
Chapel makes it sound like it is small, but no, the Royal Chapel is huge and gorgeous. From the ceilings to the lights to the alter, every spot reveals another part of France's history. I was awestruck to be in this chapel.
Written October 9, 2019
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MottTheHoop
Edmond, OK116 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
You need to be on a tour to get inside the chapel. It is worth spending the money for a tour to see this.
Written June 28, 2019
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Millette1201
Rockaway, NJ133 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
it is good to know that the kings and queens ruled under God. the chapel though today doesnt look appealing maybe due to the passing of time.
Written June 23, 2019
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AbsolutelySealed454
Darien Center, NY42 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
I become hot and sweaty in this very room, every time I walk in here. It's like going on acid, it's pretty cool.
Written May 3, 2019
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TAIN2013
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia2,865 contributions
Sep 2017 • Solo
Part of the palace of Versailles, the royal chapel was the private chapel of the French royalty. It has two floors with an arcade on the first floor topped by a colonnade on the second. The chapel is shaped like a rectangle with a circle at the far end housing the altarpiece on the first floor and an organ on the second. The white walls and arches are beautifully decorated with friezes while the ceilings are painted with beautiful frescoes.
The royal chapel is only accessible through a guided tour of the palace (the normal entry ticket only allows you to glimpse at the second floor) but is well worth the extra expense.
Definitely not to be missed.
The royal chapel is only accessible through a guided tour of the palace (the normal entry ticket only allows you to glimpse at the second floor) but is well worth the extra expense.
Definitely not to be missed.
Written August 31, 2018
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