7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

Good designers love a challenge, but how many could tackle these epic refurb jobs? They include an ancient Greek palace battered by earthquakes, and a once-great English House that is now just a single stone wall.

Design projects start with a vision. So Budget Direct used the power of digital technology to see what these seven ancient sites could look like after a few licks of paint. And we’ll tell you the stories behind these fascinating places.

Sans Souci

Sans Souci Palace was the home of Henry Christophe, a controversial figure who ruled Haiti from 1811-1820. Some call Christophe a revolutionary hero. Others label him a dictator. But there was doubt about the splendour of his palace.

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

Qal’eh Dokhtar

Built by the Persian ruler Ardashir in 209 AD, Qal’eh Dokhtar fortress sits on a mountain near Firouzabadi-Kavar, Iran. It was the first major structure to adopt the chartaq style, making it an important building in Iran’s long history.

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

Knossos

It’s a miracle that any of Knossos still stands. This 2,000-year-old palace has withstood several invading armies, a fire, and giant earthquakes.

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

The Ruzhany Palace

The Ruzhany Palace in Belarus was a power centre of the Sapiehas, one of the 17th-century’s most influential elite families. However, the Sapieha’s power began to wane during later years, and the family home fell into disrepair.

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

Dungur Palace

We don’t know much about the Dungur Palace remains in Ethiopia. But archaeologists suspect they were part of a sprawling African empire that stretched as far as Yemen. Some have suggested Dungur Palace was the official residence of the legendary Queen of Sheba.

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

Clarendon Palace

Clarendon Palace is where King Henry II signed a constitution to extend his authority over the church. The plan backfired, leading to the murder and martyrdom of Thomas Becket. With his plans in ruins, Henry was forced to sign a settlement with the church. Today, only a single wall of Clarendon Palace remains standing.

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

Husuni Kubwa

The 14th-century Husuni Kubwa residence was the definition of a grand palace. The Sultan’s two-acre sprawling home had over 100 rooms, a swimming pool, and a private theatre. It was also the only building in the region to have indoor plumbing.

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

7 Truly Epic Ruined Palaces Around the World, Reconstructed

You’d need a billion-dollar budget for these makeover jobs. Few of us will ever have that, but at least those loft conversions and bathroom refurbs don’t seem quite as daunting anymore!

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