Today, being Sunday, was a bit difficult, with everything closing early and such. We took a train out to the Chaeteu de Versailles. It was built by King Loius the 13th, 14th and 15th, and lived in by queen Marie Antoinette and such. King Loius was also the one who commissioned the Louvre, and stole Ballet as a dance form from the peasants. It was beautiful. Every room was gilded and painted to the extreme, everything having a meaning, and a purpose. The gardens were equally spectacular. The fountains being choreographed to music and such. It is the last piece of the french monarchy left standing, and it is beautiful! Afterward, we made a quick trip to the Arc de Triumph. I wasn't really impressed. Its a big archway, dedicated to the french army. A few crepes later, and a stirring round of phase 10, and i was off to bed. Oh, the most fun part about today was that we got to spend it with Benjamal and Casidoo! Recently married and spending their honeymoon here, we ran into them and made plans! It was fun!
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