Terrifying Details of Life in Royal Palaces That Will Stun You

Versailles Swamp

Versailles was actually built on a swamp, and building in the area required a lot of restructuring.  The surrounding swamps were filled with stones and soil until it could be built upon. They also did their best to dry out the swamps. After his construction, it was breathtaking!

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