By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
Inside Buckingham Palace:
- Total Area: Approximately 828,000 square feet
- Number of Rooms: 775
- Bedrooms: 52 royal and guest rooms
- Bathrooms: 78
- Offices: 92
- Staterooms: 19
- Gardens: Spanning 40 acres, the gardens of Buckingham Palace are among the largest private gardens in London.
- Construction Period: Built between 1703 and 1705, the palace has undergone multiple renovations and expansions.
- Secret Tunnels: Rumored to have hidden tunnels connecting the palace to nearby buildings and streets, offering discreet passage for the royal family and officials.
Other Contenders for the Title:
- Antilia, Mumbai, India – $1 Billion – Antilia is one of the most extravagant private residences in the world. Located in the upscale Cumballa Hill neighborhood of Mumbai, this 27-story skyscraper is owned by Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries and one of the richest men in the world.
- Villa Leopolda, France – $750 Million – Villa Leopolda is a legendary estate on the French Riviera, known for its historical charm and extravagant gardens. The villa is located in Villefranche-sur-Mer, on the Côte d’Azur, and spans over 50 acres.
- The One, California, USA – $500 Million – Nicknamed “The One”, this mega-mansion in Bel Air, Los Angeles, was designed to be the most luxurious home in the U.S. Originally valued at $500 million, it became infamous for its size, extravagance, and financial troubles.
- Villa Les Cèdres, France – $450 Million – Villa Les Cèdres is a 19th-century mansion that sits on 35 acres of land in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France. This historic estate was originally built in 1830 and later owned by King Leopold II of Belgium in 1904.
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