Putin’s Palace: $1.4 Billion Mansion Nestled Near Russia’s Black Sea

With the current Russia-Ukraine crisis dominating the international news, all the media spotlight is on the Russian President- Vladimir Putin. If you have been following the news recently, you must have invariably been hearing a lot about this enigmatic and powerful personality.

But have you heard anything about the secret Putin’s palace? The existence of this mega-mansion is as discreet as everything else about one of the most influential leaders in the world. 

This mansion was reportedly constructed during Putin’s first term as Russian President, but he continues to deny ownership. However, many leaked videos on the internet and his regular visits to the property pretty much prove his involvement. 

Without further ado, let’s take a virtual tour of Vladimir Putin’s house, which is located on the coast of the Black Sea.

Inside the Intriguing Billion Dollar Mansion

Vladimir Putin possesses an extensive real estate portfolio, but let’s first check out the mansion that is the crowning jewel of his investments. The existence of this ‘Black Sea Palace’ situated near the coastal town of Gelendzhik came into the limelight recently when a documentary crew secretly took drone footage of this extravagant property.

Source: Navalny’s Youtube Video

Even though there are not many pictures of this 11-bedroom mansion due to security reasons, there are a number of rendered images that have been based on the blueprint of the property. 

It is reported that this Italianate-style mansion has its own private theatre, underground hockey rink, Byzantine-style church, aqua-disco, two helipads, gymnasium, sculpture garden, cocktail lounge, Las Vegas-style casinos, saunas and many other world-class amenities for a man of his stature. What’s more impressive is that the exterior compound is over 39 times the size of the country of Monaco.

King Size Master Suite for the President of Russia

Source: Navalny’s Youtube Video

The master bedroom of this 11-room mansion is as ostentatious as you would expect it to be. The room is adorned with gold leaf gilded ceilings. The centerpiece of this room is undoubtedly the royal four-poster master bed, which is draped in the finest silk covers and parquetry flooring.

Lush Green Exteriors

Source: Navalny’s Youtube Video

The exterior of the mansion encompasses massive lush green lawns. It also has a meticulously constructed ice hockey rink, which is the dream of every Russian sports enthusiast in the world.

Ornate Reading Hall

A massive reading room is reportedly being constructed by drawing inspiration from the Kremlin’s Georgievsky Hall. Quite arguably one of the grandest and most magnificent rooms on the property, it includes beautiful white marble flooring and minimalist white walls adorned with gold detailing.

Dining in Style

Source: Navalny’s Youtube Video

The flashy design of the property surely transcends the dining area. The walls of this room possess gold-leaf detailing. The furniture and fixtures have been designed in the style of Louis XIV, which is reportedly Putin’s favourite design style. If the luxury in design was not enough to describe the magnificence, let us tell you that one chair from his dining set reportedly costs around $10,300. 

Luxurious Private Pool

Source: Navalny’s Youtube Video

Undoubtedly, one of the highlights of this coastal mansion is the pool room, which is adorned with wall-to-wall tiling and absolutely stunning marble flooring.

Classy Deluxe Theatre

Source: Navalny’s Youtube Video

Probably one of the most ornate rooms in the property is the enthralling personal theatre made especially for Putin. It is designed out of carved wood. Moreover, the theatre is decked with a balcony, a lower seating area and a full-size stage. 

Putin’s Sea-Facing House in Sochi

Putin’s favourite ‘holiday home’ is built for his personal use and is popularly known as ‘Dacha Putin”. This lush, sea-facing mansion located in Praskoveevka reportedly cost $ 1 billion. 

This meticulously designed stone building is constructed on the land of Sochi, sprawling over 40 acres. Even though there are no interior pictures of this opulent residence, media reports state that the property has a splendid sea-facing view with its very own private access to the sea. 

Additionally, the property also has a gold-plated private pool, ornately designed rooms and three helipads. 

Putin’s room looks nothing less than a royal affair. One can vouch that Putin loves living a king-size lifestyle.

Interesting Tidbits About the Grand Kremlin Palace

Source: Wikipedia

The Grand Kremlin Palace, situated in the western part of Moscow, is the official residence of the Russian President and has been inhabited by Putin since 2000. The exterior of this grand building is decorated with glitter, which makes it look like something out of a midsummer dream. Let’s take a look at some of the lesser-known facts about this opulent palace:

• The Russian President’s security is clearly no joke. The compound is surrounded by 1.5 miles of walls that are up to 21 feet thick.
• The highly secure complex is built over an area of 68 acres with around 20 towers and 15 buildings inside the perimeter.
• The security of this complex is the responsibility of an elite military regiment known as the Presidential Regiment.
• The President’s estate can be easily accessed by the general public, wherein visitors are allowed to take a tour of this historical building and museum.
• Since this is the official residence of the Russian President, many crucial decisions regarding the country are taken in this building. This is also the venue for organising official government ceremonies. 
• The Great Kremlin Palace was originally designed by chief architect Konstantine Thon and was completed by Emperor Nicolas I.

Vladimir Putin, with his immense influence and extensive wealth, has been able to build an empire that’s both inspiring and envying. The royal properties that this powerful figure has invested in truly reflects his personality and stature. 

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