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The buildings and gardens of Versailles are beautiful and diverse The Orangerie is one of the finest examples of the whims of the kings of France King Louis 14th transformed the hunting lodge used by his grandfather Louis 13th, into the magnificent Palace of Versailles during three separate building campaignsThe Orangery at the Palace of Versailles (Orangerie de Versailles) ranks among the crowning achievements of architect Jules HardouinMansart Built between 16 and 1685, the architectural jewel features a large gallery with vaulted ceilings, used to house citrus trees during the winter months Several notable sculptures line the spaceVersailles Orangerie built between 1684 and 1686 As early as 1545, an orangery was built in Padua, Italy The first orangeries were practical and not as ornamental as they later became Most had no heating other than open fires Glimpse Of A Hidden Wonderland The Orangerie At Versailles Financial Times Orangerie versailles