1 / 4   Baroque costumes, embroidered masks, curly wigs… Revelers dressed up like 17th century French royals for the sixth “Grand Bal Masque” (grand masquerade) at the Palace of Versailles on Saturday. /VCG Photo

2 / 4   The annual soiree since 2011 featured an extravagant masked ball, stage performances, themed treasure hunt and midnight champagne party. /VCG Photo

3 / 4   It was compulsory for attendees to arrive fully dressed in baroque-style costumes worn at Versailles during the King Louis XIV period. Those without a legit costume and an eye mask would be denied from entering the estate. /VCG Photo

4 / 4   The Palace of Versailles served as the main residence of French kings since King Louis XIV’s time. The annual grand masquerade was created for people to experience royal celebrations and relive life at the French court from hundreds of years ago. /VCG Photo