Editing Palais d'Avalon

 == Main Structures== 
*Main Palace: The central building, 3 times the size of Versailles' main palace, with:
**Royal apartments (for the monarch and family).
**State rooms for official ceremonies and receptions.
**A grand throne room.
**Private chapels and chapels for public worship.
**Libraries, art galleries, and museums.
**Banquet halls and ballrooms.

*Two Large Royal Halls:
   * Hall of Kings: For coronations, royal weddings, and major state events.
   * Hall of Nations: For diplomatic gatherings, treaties, and international summits.

*Administrative Buildings:
**Chancery offices for royal decrees and governance.
**Treasury and tax collection offices.
**Archives for historical records and legal documents.
**A dedicated postal and communication hub.

*Smaller Palaces:
   * Summer Palace: A retreat for the royal family during warmer months.
   * Winter Palace: A cozy, insulated residence for colder seasons.
   * Guest Palaces: For visiting dignitaries and foreign royalty.



== Cultural and Recreational Buildings== 
*Grand Opera Theater: A massive, ornate theater for operas, ballets, and symphonies.
*Smaller Theaters: For plays, chamber music, and experimental performances.
*Card Club: An exclusive venue for nobles to play games of chance and strategy.
*Outdoor Music Venue: An amphitheater for concerts and open-air performances.
*Art Studios and Workshops: For royal artists, sculptors, and craftsmen.



== Sports and Military Facilities== 
*Tourney-Jousting Field:
**A large arena with stands for spectators.
**Stables for knights’ horses and armories for equipment.
*Tennis Facilities:
**Multiple courts, including indoor and outdoor options.
*Archery Venue:
**A long-range field with targets and spectator seating.
*Military Barracks and Training Grounds:
**Housing for 2,000 guards and their horses.
**Training fields for drills, cavalry exercises, and mock battles.
**Armories and blacksmiths for weapon maintenance.
*Kennel: For royal hunting dogs and pets.
*Aviary: A large, ornate structure for exotic birds and falconry.



== Gardens, Parks, and Water Features== 
*Formal Gardens:
**Symmetrical designs with fountains, statues, and manicured hedges.
**Flower gardens with seasonal blooms.
*Forests and Woodlands:
**Plots of dense forest for hunting, hiking, and solitude.
**Hidden clearings for picnics or secret meetings.
*Water Features:
**A river running through the estate, with bridges and waterfront promenades.
**Canals, lakes, and cascading fountains.
**A boating house for royal gondolas or small ships.
*Major Parks:
**A public park for citizens to enjoy (with restricted access to royal areas).
**A private royal park with exclusive amenities.



== Additional Features== 
*Isolated Chateaus:
**Scattered in forested regions for private retreats or romantic getaways.
*Hunting Lodges:
**Smaller, rustic buildings for royal hunting parties.
*Orangeries and Greenhouses:
**For growing exotic plants, fruits, and flowers year-round.
*Market Square:
**A small marketplace within the palace grounds for artisans and vendors.
*Royal Stables:
**For the monarch’s personal horses and carriages.
*Clock Tower and Observatory:
**A tall tower with a clock and astronomical instruments.
*Monuments and Statues:
**Commemorating past monarchs, military victories, and cultural achievements.



== Layout and Design Considerations== 
* Symmetry and Grandeur: Like Versailles, your palace could emphasize symmetry, with long, straight pathways radiating from the main building.
* Hidden Passages and Secret Rooms: For intrigue and escape routes.
* Mixed Architectural Styles: Combining classical, baroque, and gothic elements to reflect the kingdom’s history.
* Integration with Nature: The palace should blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings, with gardens and forests flowing into the built environment.



== Scale== 
* Building Space: 3 times Versailles’ 67,000 sq. meters = ~201,000 sq. meters (2.16 million sq. feet).
* Outdoor Space: 20 times Versailles’ 8,150 hectares = ~163,000 hectares (402,700 acres). This allows for vast forests, parks, and recreational areas.



This palace would be a self-contained city, capable of hosting thousands of people while maintaining its grandeur and functionality. It would be a symbol of power, culture, and luxury, reflecting the wealth and ambition of the fictional kingdom it represents.