Facts about Mukesh Ambani's 'Antilia' which will blow your mind
Our homes aren't dissected or talked about, but then we are not Mukesh Ambani. The business tycoon, who needs no introduction, lives in Antilia, which funnily enough doesn't need any introduction either. But did you know that Antilia is the second most expensive private property in the world after Buckingham Palace? Mind=blown, right? Well, that's not it. Here are other amazing facts about Antilia.
It takes 600 staff members to 'maintain' this huge house
Located at Altamount Road, Cumballa Hill in Mumbai, Mukesh's huge house sprawls across 400,000 square feet. Notably, 600 staff members are required to maintain this picturesque abode. Its complex design might make us wonder about its longevity and stability, but it can actually survive an earthquake of up to a magnitude of 8 on Richter scale. Antilia is truly an architectural marvel.
Antilia has everything from helipads to yoga center
The house which is named after an island in the Atlantic Ocean is as lavish as its outer complexity. The 27-storey-tall building has three roof-top helipads, a huge swimming pool, spa, gym, outdoor gardens, a cinema-house, a dance studio, 6-floor garage, yoga center, ice cream parlor, jacuzzi, and a temple. Besides, there is an entire floor for servicing the luxury cars that Mukesh owns.
It took them 7 years to construct Antilia
The $2 billion (Rs. 14,000 cr) worth house has many lounge rooms, bedrooms, restrooms, and bathrooms. It also has a lavish ballroom whose roof is dotted with heavenly crystal chandeliers. According to Ati, the structure of the house is the brainchild of American architects. It took 7 years to raise this skyscraper touching the Mumbai skyline. Well, that is indeed a huge property.
Mukesh purchased land for Antilia in 2002
Mukesh, who is one of the richest people in India, laid down the groundwork of his house after he purchased the land in 2002, which was roughly valued at $70 million. After the upsurge in the real estate market, the value of the property increased to 15 folds from its original cost. Well, this isn't surprising at all considering how lavish Antilia is!
