Yusupov Palace

Yusupov Palace is a building in Koreiz, Crimea, combining Moorish Revival elements with Mediterranean influences. The compound consists of a white stone main building, an eastern pavilion, and additional sections that together form a connected complex.

The estate began in the 1830s as an aristocratic property owned by Princess Golitsyna. After the Yusupov family acquired it, they commissioned architect Nikolai Krasnov for extensive renovations that shaped its current appearance.

The name comes from the Yusupov family, who owned the estate in the 19th century and developed it into a formal country retreat. Today it serves as a protected residence with limited access, while the architectural design and maintained grounds continue to reflect its aristocratic past.

The compound operates as a government residence with restricted access and can only be visited through organized group tours. Advance reservations are required to secure access to the areas open to visitors.

During the Yalta Conference in 1945, the Soviet delegation used the estate as their accommodation. Stalin's preserved office and his personal bunker still recall those days.

Location: Koreiz

Inception: 19 century

Architects: Nikolay Krasnov

Architectural style: Moorish Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 44.43250,34.08940

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:00