Exploring Marrakech's El Badi Palace Through 17 Instagrams

A banner displaying the vibrant red background and green stars of Morocco’s flag hangs over an alleyway outside the high, imposing walls of Marrakech’s Badi Palace.
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A post shared by Federica Stella (@fede__stella_) on Aug 23, 2017 at 2:04pm PDT

A local man in traditional Moroccan attire walks past the towering sand-coloured walls of El Badi Palace.
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A post shared by Carlos Martins (@carloscoimbramartins) on Aug 12, 2017 at 5:52am PDT

A large reflecting pool can be found in the middle of the ruins.
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A post shared by scuncigl83 (@scuncigl83) on Aug 28, 2017 at 9:06am PDT

Archways aplenty make perfect frames for stunning images. Look out for chandeliers and other ornamentation that hints at the palace’s past splendour.
Moroccan Architecture 🇲🇦
A post shared by Kurtis (@kurtisgrillot) on Aug 23, 2017 at 10:14am PDT

The attractive grounds provide the ideal background for showing off a gorgeous henna tattoo.
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A post shared by Leigh | Fashion Blogger (@pinkvintagehrt) on Jul 26, 2017 at 2:12pm PDT

Sunken gardens flank the paved walkways through the palace complex and a solitary palm stands proudly against the skyline.
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A post shared by S 💄 Y A A H. 🌺 (@si_yaah) on Aug 25, 2017 at 11:22am PDT

Roses and other flowers add splashes of colour inside the terracotta-coloured walls.
Beautiful colour amongst all the stone walls #marrakech #discoverearth
A post shared by Kat (@katwilson73) on Aug 11, 2017 at 8:25am PDT

Striking visions can be found around almost every corner and in every nook. The palace’s architectural designs cannot fail to impress.
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A post shared by Otro viaje mas (@otroviajemas) on Aug 13, 2017 at 7:39am PDT

The sun casts well-ordered shadows on the floor and walls.
En el Badi
A post shared by David Raco (@raconer0) on Aug 15, 2017 at 11:14am PDT

Explore the interesting ruins and climb steps embellished with stunning and intricate zellige tile work for different views of the complex.
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A post shared by Arnaud RANDON 🇫🇷🍷 (@instarnaud_randon) on Aug 17, 2017 at 4:06am PDT

Ornate flooring can be found in inner areas of the palace, another whisper of the site’s glorious past. Step back in time and imagine how opulent the palace would have been in its prime.
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A post shared by Elizabeth (@louaroundtheworld) on Aug 26, 2017 at 4:34pm PDT

The colourful tiles provide an eye-catching contrast to the palace’s walls.
Just about the prettiest ruins you could find 💛
A post shared by londonlottie (@londonlottie) on Aug 27, 2017 at 5:45am PDT

The palace is home to a number of stray cats, many of which are well-accustomed to posing for curious tourists. Cute kitties can be found relaxing in shaded spots throughout the grounds.
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A post shared by Najoua (@najoua_ob) on Aug 6, 2017 at 7:03am PDT

Narrow interior walkways lead around the ruined site. Soak up the atmosphere as you discover the palace’s intricacies.
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A post shared by Miguel Angel Guzman (@angel_smg) on Aug 25, 2017 at 10:17am PDT

Large archways lead the way through high walls. Gazing up from the sweeping paved courtyards inspires wonder!
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A post shared by Tanita (@moodynoir) on Aug 20, 2017 at 5:37am PDT

Look for the big nests on top of the high walls; these are home to storks. The large birds have claimed the ruins as their own, moving in when humans moved out.
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A post shared by Colin Bonfield (@c.bonfield) on Jul 23, 2017 at 11:47pm PDT

Climbing up to the top of the palace’s walls lets you get closer to the magnificent storks that nest in the grounds.
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A post shared by Arnaud RANDON 🇫🇷🍷 (@instarnaud_randon) on Aug 17, 2017 at 4:04am PDT