medina

A palatine city represents a complex of structures built to serve as a royal residence and administrative center, often encompassing palaces, gardens, mosques, and residential areas for the court and its servants. Such cities were typically constructed at the zenith of a caliphate or kingdom, designed to project power, wealth, and cultural sophistication. Historical examples of similar grand urban developments include the Forbidden City in Beijing, which served as the imperial palace for Chinese emperors, … Read more