The Emperors' Palace-Aztec Architecture
The Emperors’ Palace was the palace of Motecuhzoma II. The palace is one of the most elaborate and grand buildings built in the Aztec Empire. The palace is located on the southern side of the Great Temple. It is a large complex and is about 5 acres. Has a large courtyard that was used for discussions or parities. The palace has two stories.
Since the palace has two stories, it had many rooms. Some of the rooms were smaller or larger than other rooms. The largest room was on the first floor. The largest room was the meeting room it was a room that made the emperor appear powerful. The reception room was used to receive nobles, travelers and other officials, it was also on the first floor.
Other rooms in the Emperors’ Palace were the dining room and the tribute/store room. The dining room had a low wooden throne. The room also had a low table with fine cloths. When eating the emperor remained hidden behind a golden colored wood screen door. The tribute/store room was used for storing gifts that the emperor received from his citizens.
In the palace are many treasures that the emperor used to show his wealth. The staircase in the center of the palace was made of pure marble. Marble was a luxury only rich people could afford. The palace contained many paintings and mosaics. It also had gold panels and carvings.
Some other information about the Emperors’ Palace is that around 600 nobles attend the King’s palace. The palace is surrounded by a garden and other minor palaces, residences, military houses, and other structures for military order and warrior groups. Columns support the weight of the second floor. There were also columns on the second floor to support the roof. It houses 1,000 guards, servant, nobles, cooks, courtiers and members of the king’s harem. The palace even had a zoo. I think the Emperors' Palace would be a really cool place to visit.
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