The French Palace term refers to two iconic buildings in France: the Palace of Versailles and the Élysee Palace. The Palace of Versailles is a former royal palace located in the Île-de-France region of France, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was originally built by Louis XIV in the 17th century and served as the seat of political power in France until the French Revolution. The Élysee Palace is the official residence of the President of France and is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. It was originally built in the 18th century and has been the official residence of the French president since 1848.