Riyadh: Al-Subaie Palace, Shaqra: Al-Subaie Palace in Shaqra Governorate, Riyadh Region, stands as a significant historical and heritage landmark in Saudi Arabia. The late King Abdulaziz Al Saud utilized this palace as his residence during his travels between Riyadh and the Hijaz. It also functioned as the headquarters of the treasury in the Al-Washm and Al-Sir regions, served as a military base for preparing armies, acted as one of the command headquarters during certain battles of unification, and was a council venue where the region's dignitaries and leading figures assembled.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the palace is situated in the southwestern part of the old town in Shaqra Governorate, approximately 200 kilometers from Riyadh, marking its significance as a stop along the historic road connecting Riyadh and the Hijaz. Originally built in 1327 AH by Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Subaie, it underwent reconstruction in 1354 AH by Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Abdullah Al-Subaie, a project that spanned four years.
The palace has experienced two restoration projects, the first in 1411 AH and the second in 1421 AH, supervised by the General Commission for Tourism and National Heritage, now known as the Ministry of Tourism. The architectural design of the palace includes stone columns made from flat cylindrical stones. Its roofs were constructed using athl (tamarisk) tree trunks, palm fronds, and palm leaves, then covered with layers of mud and plaster, adhering to traditional building methods in Najd.