Discover the surprising reality of hygiene at the opulent Court of Versailles. Despite the grandeur of gilded halls and manicured gardens, the 17th-century palace housed thousands without modern plumbing, resulting in a lifestyle that was dirtier and smellier than you might imagine. Join us as we delve into the gritty details of French court life under King Louis XIV.

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