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Author: Sharon Odegaard

Text and photos are provided by Sharon Odegaard of Exploring Our World. Her articles often focus on the history of a place. Then, by sharing her photos, she inspires others to explore for themselves.
A section of Versailles gardens, with neatly-rimmed evergreens in a conical shape, low hedges in curved lines and very colorful flowers between the hedges.

Palace and Park of Versailles

Elegant and grand 17th-century royal residence and park, seat of the French monarchy from Louis XIV to Louis XVI.

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Taken from below: the face of the Statue of Liberty, with her crown with points and her arm raised.

Statue of Liberty

A potent symbol for Americans and the world, representing freedom and democracy.

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