5Palace of Versailles, France

While the Palace of Versailles is celebrated for its opulent architecture and grandeur, its Hall of Mirrors boasts another kind of beauty – enchanting frescoes.

The Hall of Mirrors features a series of 30 ceiling paintings by Le Brun, depicting various events from the reign of Louis XIV. These frescoes, adorned with gold leaf, create an atmosphere of unparalleled splendor that transports visitors back to the grandeur of the French monarchy.