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The world’s most beautiful royal palaces

The current laser-like focus on events taking place inside royal residences such as Buckingham Palace and Holyrood Palace isn’t just a reminder of the nation’s respect for the former monarch – they confirm that nothing beats a look inside the opulent residences built and lived in by the world’s ruling families.

Here are nine palaces and castles fit for a queen (but open to Joe public, too).