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Vladmir Putin boasts a luxury collection of superyachts which includes lavish features such as a dancefloor which transforms into a pool.
The Russian tyrant stands strong in the category of some of the world's richest men and is thought to be worth a staggering £160 billion. And a large amount of his fortune seems to be spent on extravagant yachts, as he continues to expand his collection.
His ever-growing fleet ranges from the £100million 'Killer Whale' to another vessel named Victoria, which is said to be his gymnast lover, Alina Kabaeva's favourite. According to experts at the Dossier Centre, the president has splashed out on two more yachts, which brings the number to ten. Below we explore some of his collection.
Victoria
Victoria features plush interior (h2yachtdesign.com/east2west news)The 223ft vessel is worth a whopping £40million and is thought to be his most recent purchase. The huge ship is full of breathtaking features including a massive circular bed with a ceiling mirror, reports The Sun. It also boasts wooden flooring and high round ceilings. The boat can usually be found docked in Sochi on the Black Sea and can carry a total of 28 people. However, it mainly operated with a mere six passengers and a team of up to 15.
Graceful 'Killer Whale'
The vessel recently underwent a transformation (Newsflash)Graceful, which is also called Kosatka or Killer Whale, underwent a massive transformation during the summer after investigators seized another ship in Italy. The luxury vessel is worth £100million and features stunning decor including gold-lined drawing rooms and crystal chandeliers. Inside the mega yacht also includes a champagne-coloured carpet in the master bedroom, which is thought to be worth £40,000 alone. Other features include a dance floor turned pool.
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Scheherazade
Scheherazade could be worth £750million (social media/e2w)The six-deck yacht is the dictator's most expensive vessel in his collection was priced at £500million. But sources believe it actually cost nearer to £750million. Scheherazade is home to swimming pools that turn into a spa, a dancefloor, a theatre, gym and two helipads. Its theme is largely gold, which even the toilet roll holders are covered in gold.
Olympia
Olympia measures to 187ft (Alamy Stock Photo)This beautiful vessel is said to be the leader's favourite out of his collection and is rumoured to be a gift from Roman Abramovich, who is the former Governor of Chukotka. The 187ft Olympia is believed to cost somewhere between £27- 40 million and its rich interior was styled by design house Mark Hampton.
Chayka
The Chayka, also called 'The Seagull', is priced at a staggering £28million and has a range of tempting features such as a jacuzzi, pool, gym and beach club. The leader can also enjoy tasty meals in the barbecue area. According to Autoevolution.com, the exterior was designed by Paolo Caliari, whilst the interior was designed by Jean Guy. The main deck showcases an incredible salon that measures over 1,000 square feet. It has large windows which offers a huge amount of natural sunlight.
Kavkaz
The 147ft Kavkaz was constructed by Almaz Marine Yard in Russia and is a bit on the smaller side as it can fit up to 10 guests across 5 suites.