The 21 Most Ridiculous Photos From The Homes Of Ukrainian Government Officials
Ukraine President Viktor Yanukovych fled Kiev this weekend, leaving behind his opulent compound.
Hundreds of people flocked to the grounds to see how Yanukovych had been living, and photos have surfaced of his luxurious mansion, extensive vehicle collection, zoo, golf course, and boat.
And he's not the only powerful Ukrainian enjoying a ridiculously luxurious residence.
These photos posted on a VKontakte page show Ukrainian parliament member Yuriy Ivanyushchenko's opulent home:
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And these photos, posted on a Ukrainian blog, show former Prosecutor General Viktor Pshonka's palace:
The home is full of expensive-looking trinkets like these:
Yanukovych's compound is also very over-the-top:
He also has a zoo:
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And a golf course:
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This large boat was also found on the compound:
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The inside of the house is just as grand:
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He has quite the car collection:
These gold coins were also found in his house:
And if you want a more complete look at Yanukovych's cars and motorcycles, check out this YouTube video:
Yanukovych is now reportedly wanted for mass murder of protesters, and the opposition has taken control of public offices. Yanukovych refuses to step down.
Clashes between riot police and protesters killed 82 people last week. It's worst violence Ukraine has seen since its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.