Louis XIV of France and the Cult of the Sun King
Perhaps the most famous King ever is without no doubt King Louis XIV of France, also known as the Sun King. Louis XIV - Hotel Negresco in Nice - France Birth 5 September 1638 marks the birth of Louis Dieudonné de Bourbon. He was the oldest son of King Louis XIII of France and his wife Anne of Austria. His birth took place at the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye in the Kingdom of France. Louis, who became Dauphin of France had a younger brother, Philippe who was later the Duke of Orléans. Louis XIV and his family belonged to the royal house of Bourbon. Louis XIV of France Coronation His coronation took place on 7 June 1654 at the Cathedral of Reims. His image and reputation Louis XIV really took care about his reputation and especially his own image. Every painting, engraving or sculpture displayed him at his magnificent best, even when he was old corpulent and infirm, he still managed to show an aura of power and majesty. Louis XIV carefull