How many mistresses did Louis XIV have?

How many mistresses did Louis XIV have? #Shorts

and mistresses throughout his life. However, it is challenging to provide an exact number because the information on his relationships may vary from one historical source to another. Some of the most well-known mistresses of Louis XIV include Louise de La Vallière, Madame de Montespan, and Madame de Maintenon. These relationships were not always simultaneous, and Louis XIV had affairs with other women as well. In summary, Louis XIV had several mistresses during his reign, but it is difficult to determine an exact count due to the lack of precise historical records and the discreet nature of many of these relationships.

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Venus of Brassempouy amazing facts

Venus of Brassempouy amazing facts #Shorts #minidocumentary

The Venus of Brassempouy, a small ivory figurine dating back over 25,000 years, stands as a captivating relic from the prehistoric era. Discovered in southwestern France in 1894, the statuette is a masterpiece of Paleolithic art, renowned for its elegant simplicity and remarkable preservation.

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Catherine de’ Medici vs Kösem Sultan. Can we compare them?

Catherine de’ Medici vs Kösem Sultan. Can we compare them? #Shorts

Catherine de Medici and Kösem Sultan were two remarkable women who played influential roles in the courts of their respective empires. Catherine, a prominent figure in French history, was the queen consort of King Henry II and later served as regent for her sons, three successive kings of France. Kösem Sultan, on the other hand, was a powerful queen mother and regent during the Ottoman Empire’s zenith.

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Behind the Mask: Facts About Geishas That Will Astonish You

Behind the Mask: Facts About Geishas That Will Astonish You #Shorts

Geisha (or geiko) are professional entertainers who attend to guests during meals, banquets, and other occasions. They are trained in various traditional Japanese arts, such as dance and music, as well as in the art of communication.

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What are the mysteries of Olmec civilization?

What are the mysteries of Olmec civilization? #Shorts #minidocumentary

The Olmec civilization was one of the first great Mesoamerican cultures, flourishing from around 1400 to 400 BCE. The Olmecs created massive monuments, including colossal stone heads, thrones, stela (or upright slabs), and statues.

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Unique Celtic artifact: the Ciumești helmet

Unique Celtic artifact: the Ciumești helmet #Shorts #minidocumentary

The Ancient Celts were a population spread out across many areas of Europe during the Bronze and Iron Ages. One of the most interesting artifacts left by the Celts was found in Romania, by accident, by a countryman who was digging for his farm.

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Louise de La Vallière and Hürrem Sultan. Can we compare them?

Louise de La Vallière and Hürrem Sultan. Can we compare them? #Shorts

Mademoiselle Louise de La Vallière and Hürrem Sultan were two influential women who left their mark on history. La Vallière, a French noblewoman, was the mistress of King Louis XIV, while Hürrem Sultan, also known as Roxelana, was the wife of Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent.

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Quick Facts about Ġgantija temples

Quick Facts about Ġgantija temples #Shorts #minidocumentary

Ġgantija is a megalithic temple complex from the Neolithic era ( 3600–2500 BC), on the Mediterranean island of Gozo in Malta. The Ġgantija temples are the earliest of the Megalithic Temples of Malta and are older than the pyramids of Egypt

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Petroglyphs and cave art similarities

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Why do Petroglyphs and cave art from different continents show similarities? While people would be inspired by their direct surroundings, it is harder to explain the common styles.

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Who were the Hyksos?

Who were the Hyksos? #Shorts #minidocumentary

The Hyksos were a mysterious group of people who emerged in ancient Egypt during the Second Intermediate Period (c. 1782-1570 BCE). Originating from an eastern region, likely the Levant, the Hyksos established their rule in the northern Nile Delta.

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