News recently emerged that Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, earns millions of dollars per year. Not only does Putin live in a gold mansion and owns several rare and priceless assets, he also has shares in two of the largest Russian oil companies. He is one of the most fascinating millionaire Presidents in the world and is obviously often compared to Donald Trump. So, let’s have a look at the things Putin owns
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Putin owns 4.5% of shares in the of Russian oil corporation Gazprom besides a 37 % of shares in oil supply company. According to the data that emerged, these two companies made more than $30 billion last year. This basically makes Putin an oil tycoon, and in addition to that, he is also a President - of Russia, no less.
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Putin’s Palace aka the Residence at Idokopas puts Trump Towers to shame. The decadent white and golden palace is often called the Russian Versailles and is associated with Putin’s flamboyant lifestyle. Not only does the heritage mansion include casinos, helipads, swimming pools and a church.
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Putin lives next door to none other than rock star Rod Stewart. According to a Daily Mail report, Putin has purchased a 10-bedroom luxe residence, with a view of the Spanish south coast, which also has a garage which can accommodate more than 20 cars and a helipad. And of course, it's own vineyard.
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The Russian President, of course, has a golden plane, often called the Russian answer to the American Air Force One. The plane has gold plates and a bejeweled exterior and costs more than $400 million. Putin apparently has four similar planes, to act as decoys.
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If reports are to be believed, Putin owns more than 20 palaces and extensive villas. But the ownership of these villas is not disclosed, and Putin might not even be the legit owner of these residences, but he does enjoy them. One of his summer cottages was actually built for a Russian Czar and is a heritage site.
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Putin might have up to 60 aircrafts and air carriers. According to a New York Times report, Putin has an air fleet which is worth billion dollars, and he almost exclusively travels by air. Whereas the US President has to make do with one plane.
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Putin is an avid collector of priceless art, and is quite famous for it. There are reports, that Putin has an entire apartment worth of rare artifacts, which could add up to be upto $3 billion. Putin also recently inherited some A grade art items, which includes pieces by Michelangelo and Da Vinci.
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Putin was recently gifted a yacht worth $35 million called Olympia, which covers an expanse of 57 meters and is one of the biggest yachts in the world. Putin was gifted the Olympia by the Russian billionaire and owner of the Chelsea football club Roman Abramovich.
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Olympia has 13 luxurious cabins that can accommodate 12 guests and around 15 crew staff. Reports suggest it has the largest yacht pool in the world and a gourmet kitchen,
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Believe it or not, Putin has more than 650 cars, most of which are his personal property. His love for vintage automobiles, especially Bentleys and Jaguars, is well known. But his regular ride is a fully military-armored Mercedes S-Class Limousine which costs around $250,000.
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The Russian Presidential fleet is a stellar example of Putin’s lifestyle. His MI8s, made exclusively for the Russian military is a part of Putin’s air fleet, and is a statement on its own.
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Putin’s watches and his love for them are quite well known. The Russian President is only pictured in the most beautiful and expensive watches. Putin’s personal watch collection is reportedly worth $700,000 and Putin even gives away some of his cheaper watches to children and the underprivileged.
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Vladimir Putin is one of the most sharply dressed President in the history of America. He is only pictured in the fiercest of suits and they are all Italian-made and mostly customized. He really loves suits made by Brioni and his suits cost at least $5,000.
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Putin’s golden toilet is a statement in itself. Rumours claim that the toilet costs $75,000 and is world famous. Reports also suggest that it might not be actual gold, but gold plated, but nevertheless, no other President is doing their business in a golden toilet.
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Putin’s fascination with Alina Kabaeva, the champion gymnast is well known. After his divorce with his first wife, Putin and Alina’s relationship rumors hit the ceiling, with many claiming that the two were secretly married. But none of them have publically addressed the issue.
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