Louis XIV Moves to Versailles
May 6, 1682
The Sun King formally transferred his court and government from Paris to the immense palace at Versailles. Six thousand courtiers, servants, and bureaucrats moved with him. The king was now visible, almost theatrical, at a ceremonial distance from his ancient capital. Personal absolutism had acquired its stage set, and every detail of court life was choreographed to reinforce royal supremacy.
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- Before: 1681: Comet Kirch
- After: July 14, 1683: Siege of Vienna Begins
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