The estate of Marly is a group of 18th-century French royal buildings and gardens located in the commune of Marly-le-Roi, approximately 12 miles west of Paris. The estate was originally commissioned by Louis XIV as a retreat for his courtiers and members of the royal family. The site includes two châteaux–the Grand Château de Marly and the Petit Château de Marly–as well as an extensive network of formal French gardens, fountains, ponds, waterfalls, groves, terraces and other decorative features. The Grand Château was destroyed during the French Revolution but its remains can still be seen on the grounds today. In addition to its beauty and historical significance, the estate also served as an important source for some of Louis XIV’s architectural projects at Versailles such as the Hall of Mirrors and Grotto des Biches.