The brighter, the more beautiful

The brighter, the more beautiful

This is how the Palace of the Emir of Dutse in Nigeria looks unusual — an example of hausa architecture.

The palace was built back in the 19th century on top of a granite hill in the city of Garu. The ancient part of the complex has been preserved to this day, so you can see the rooms built about 200 years ago.

Why is the palace so colorful?

Because color is a key symbol of royal dignity and prosperity: the more colors and shades there are in the painting, the more powerful and richer the ruler is considered.

The combination of red and green colors dominating the facades is also no coincidence: it is a symbol of the unity of the entire northern region of Nigeria, its people and the diversity of cultures.

The beauty is indescribable!

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