Old Palace
The older sections of the palace, often grouped under the term “Old Palace,” retain a more restrained character. These areas reflect earlier phases of construction, when builders prioritized function and comfort over visual scale. Narrower hallways, thicker walls, and reduced ornamentation create a quieter atmosphere. These spaces carry a sense of lived experience rather than curated display.
Old gates mark transitions between different sections of the palace. These gates do more than regulate movement; they define shifts in time and purpose. As one passes through them, the architecture subtly changes in detail and proportion. These transitions reveal how the palace evolved incrementally. Each phase of construction responded to existing structures rather than replacing them entirely, preserving continuity across generations.
