The city of Gondar was founded in the early 17th century by Emperor Fasilides in Ethiopia. The royal family were previously nomadic. For 400 years, the stone palace and walled enclosure have stood as the city grew around it -including 44 churches. The palace complex is now open to the public, but if you can’t make it to Ethiopia anytime soon, you can read about the city’s history and see plenty of pictures at Kuriositas. -via the Presurfer
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The castle stands its lonely vigil, awaiting the Emperor's return . . .
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