Palaces

Sprawling archeological site of an 8th-century Islamic castle.

These palatial ruins said to be inspired by Cambodia's Angkor Wat have been turned into a significant religious temple.

A monumental private palace behind an unassuming facade, with astonishing interiors including a rococo ballroom.

The courtyard of this palace was the site of the worst slaughter of sitting royals in recorded history.

For two decades in the 13th century, the papacy operated from this palace in central Italy, which served as the site of the first—and longest—papal election conclave in history.

Once one of the most beautiful buildings in Serbia, this palace stands abandoned in a park.

This site was once home to Henry VIII and Elizabeth I.

This 11th-century fortress is now the seat of Aragon’s state legislature.

Iran's "Rose Garden Palace," built during 131 years of rule by Qajar kings, consists of 17 stunning structures.

A spectacular Neoclassical palace is home more than 15,000 artifacts and works of art.

This 16th-century building features a flamenco stage on its ground floor and a torture museum on its upper floors.

For over two centuries, this palace served as a residence for the Holy Roman Inquisition's leaders, a courthouse, and a prison.

An 18th-century hunting lodge turned haunted Baroque palace.

This palace was built for the last king of Myanmar.

A stone from Africa's tallest peak is immortalized in a Potsdam palace—but is it actually the mountaintop?