Homonym: Λουδοβίκος XIV (Monarch)
Λουδοβίκος XIV, also known as the Sun King, was the King of France from 1643 to 1715. He is famous for his long reign and for centralizing power in the monarchy. His rule is often associated with the absolute monarchy, where the king held supreme authority over the state. He moved the royal court to Versailles, which became a symbol of his power and the grandeur of the French monarchy.
Under Λουδοβίκος XIV, France experienced significant cultural and artistic development, with the flourishing of French Baroque art and architecture. He supported artists, writers, and philosophers, leading to a golden age in French culture. His reign also saw military conflicts, including the Franco-Dutch War and the War of the Spanish Succession, which impacted France's economy and territorial ambitions.