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Built by Hamad so it was often referred to as the Seyyid's Palace. The current Sultan Qaboos inhabits the palace and utilizes it as the seat of government. He has supreme power over Oman. Each region (or major city) is run by a Wadi appointed by the Sultan, who must appeal to him on matters. Each Wadi also has some Qadi who act as religious judges. Interestingly, a vast majority of Qadi's are still from the Ibadi sect. (Sohar by Fredrik Barth)