Marie Antoinette's Hamlet

The Hameau de la Reine, also known as Marie Antoinette's Hamlet, is a rustic retreat in the park of the Château de Versailles. It was built for Marie Antoinette in 1783 as a private meeting place and a place of leisure. The hamlet is composed of several small buildings, including a farmhouse, a dairy, a dovecote, a boudoir, and a mill, all designed in a rustic or vernacular style. The Queen's House is the largest and most famous of these buildings, connected to the Billiard house by a wooden gallery. The hamlet was designed to provide an illusion of being deep in the countryside, rather than within the confines of Versailles. It was also used for agricultural purposes and as a place for the royal children to learn about farming. The hamlet has undergone several restorations over the years and is now open to the public. Visitors can explore the Queen's House, the Warming Room, and other buildings, and enjoy the beautiful gardens and surroundings