The Palace of Versailles is the most respected and historic castle in France, built by the 'Roi Soleil‘ (the Sun King ), Louis XIV who ruled France between 1682 and 1715.The Town of Versailles is 20 kilometers west to Paris. During your visit you may see beautiful paintings, the royal wardrobe, the royal furniture, the royal garden and fountains, etc, etc. The palace visit itself takes about 5 to 7 hours.