To make the citizens believe in the power and strength of their rulers and gods.
Versailles
The monarchs of the Tudor Dynasty had numerous palaces all throughout England.
The Mycenaean places were held as tombs for the Mycenaean's.
The Saudi kings are absolute monarchs with the power of life and death over their subject populations. Who knows how much of the money from oil they keep for themselves. It's obviously plenty since they all have luxurious palaces, big yachts, private jets, herds of servants, all the bells and whistles of tyrants.
As the Palaces Burn was created in 2002.
Twenty Palaces was created in 2009-09.
The palace of Versailles is one of the biggest, and arguably one of the most beautiful palaces in the world. It has come to represent the system of absolute monarchy of old France.
Vienna, Austria is known to have the most palaces in a single city. The city is home to numerous stunning palaces, including the famous Schönbrunn Palace and Hofburg Palace. These palaces showcase the rich history and grandeur of the city.
Egyptian palaces are made of mud and stone
Kublai Khan built palaces in China.
Historic Royal Palaces was created in 1998.
Danish Palaces Egg was created in 1890.