Oshnaverci Palace

Oshnaverci Palace ( Zaclaric Audonian : کاخ سلاطین) is the official residence and workplace of the Sultan of Zaclaria. The term "Oshnaverci Palace" is often also used metonymically to refer to the government of Zaclaria. The palace complex was designed by Audonian architect Ashik Al-Qurhorbi for Imperator Darcaes in the mid-19th century and the marriage of Occidental and Orient is reflected in its design. The architectural style contains eclectic elements from the Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassical styles, blended with traditional Zaclarian, Audonian, and Islamic architecture to create a unique design that fits Zaclaria's history as a cultural crossroads.

The complex layout and décor reflect the increasing influence of Occidental styles and standards on Zaclarian culture and art during Caphiria's colonial rule. The exterior, in particular the view from the Koushahr Bay, shows a classical Occidental two-wing arrangement which is divided by a big avant-corps with two side avant-corps. Functionally, on the other hand, the palace retains elements of traditional Audonian palace life, and also features of traditional Zaclarian homes. It is strictly separated structurally in a southern wing - biruni, the quarters reserved for the men - which contains the public representation rooms, and a northern wing - andaruni, serving as the private residential area for the Sultan and his family.The two functional areas are separated by the Great Ceremonial Hall (Handarakhâ) with a floor area of 2,000 m2 (22,000 sq ft) and a 36 m (118 ft) high dome.

The palace is massive: it contains 285 rooms, 46 halls, and 6 bathhouses.occupying 483,523 ft² on the edge of the Koushahr Bay and is part of a 21-hectare complex that includes 12 acres of gardens. The palace is extensively decorated with gold and crystal; 14 tonnes of gold were used to gild the ceilings and over 100kg of gold was used to decorate the palace - worth roughly $6 million today.