Decorated gate of the Royal Palace of Fez, Morocco 5 Aug 2026

In Fez, Morocco, the Royal Palace—known as Dar al-Makhzen—has stood as a seat of power since the 13th century, when Morocco"s rulers established a fortified royal city around it. Behind its high walls lie gardens, courtyards, mosques and royal residences spread across a vast complex still used by the king today, making it both historic and fully active.

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