Final Thoughts

The Trianon domain reveals royalty's paradox—immense privilege seeking "simple" pleasures through elaborate artifice. These spaces humanize historical figures while highlighting the vast gulf between rulers and ruled.

Visit contemplatively. Consider what these retreats say about human nature: our need for privacy, our romanticization of "simpler" lives, our creation of fantasy worlds. The Trianons offer not just pretty buildings but profound insights into power, privilege, and the universal desire for escape.

Whether you're drawn to Grand Trianon's elegant formality, Petit Trianon's innovative intimacy, or the Hamlet's fantastic rusticity, these estates complete the Versailles story. They show that even in paradise, humans seek another paradise—smaller, quieter, more personal, but paradise nonetheless.# Chapter 7: Practical Information

This chapter provides essential practical details to ensure your Versailles visit runs smoothly. From dining options to restroom locations, we'll cover all the necessities that guidebooks often overlook but visitors desperately need.