Makkah Province
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Shubra Palace - Historic Taif

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Shubra Palace, Shubra Street, Shubra، Taif Saudi Arabia
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Description

Situated on one of the largest streets in the city, called Shubra Street, Shubra Palace is located in Taif, Saudi Arabia, and was used by royals as their summer residence. The palace was named after another palace that was built in Cairo, Egypt. 

The building was originally a two-story house that was built in 1858, but in 1905 it was renovated, and two more floors were added. In 1995, almost 150 years after its creation, the palace was transformed into a heritage museum. 

Architecture 

Today, the building has four floors that are supported by stone columns and is surrounded by gardens and fencing that features Roman engravings. The design of this white building with its wooden balconies and windows also resembles royal residences found in the Indian subcontinent in the early 20th century. 

There are more than a hundred rooms inside the building and several entrances that were built by using imported Italian marble. The windows and balconies are adorned with a carved and criss crossed pattern of wooden strips; the corridors and ceilings showcase Islamic architecture, whereas the palace roof bears characteristics of Roman architecture.

Attractions inside the Palace

From architectural masterpieces to historical landmarks, you will find it all in the Shubra Palace. It houses ancient relics from the early Islamic era, including gemstones, precious jewels, silver and gold coins, seals, iron locks, household utensils, and old weapons such as swords, spears, and shields.

 

Location

Shubra Palace, Shubra Street, Shubra، Taif Saudi Arabia

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حاتم جميل

حاتم جميل

02/13/2024 18:10

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It's recommended as photo stop
Rachel Cousin

Rachel Cousin

02/04/2024 19:30

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I gave it four stars only because it wasn’t open, so I couldn’t rate the museum inside. It’s a pretty stop and it’s quick when the museum isn’t open.
Badulla

Badulla

01/24/2024 14:31

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This place is temporarily closed
KM Irshad

KM Irshad

01/05/2024 02:14

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Shahdab Khan

Shahdab Khan

12/30/2023 11:42

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The palace is beautiful from out, however we were not able to visit inside as it is closed.
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