Versailles

Versailles was extra special for two reasons:

1) There was a Jeff Koons exhibition going on. 

Jeff Koons is a neo-pop artist that has become well known for his over-sized balloon and blow-up inspired sculptures. At the Versailles retrospective of his work, there were pieces from the 80s:

and more recent pieces:

It was interesting to see Koons' work, often described as kitschy, alongside some of the most decadent architecture and design. In a way, I think Marie-Antoinette would have appreciated the art and its placement very much. 

2) There was snow on the ground.

As I said, snow has rarely stayed on the ground for more than a few hours in Paris and its surrounding regions, so to see Versailles covered in snow was a sight to be seen and experienced. 

It was the most impressive site I've been to while in Paris.