History of Mar-a-Lago

Beginning: In 1927, American businesswoman Marjorie Merriweather Post and her husband E.F. Hutton built this property. It is located in the Palm Beach area of Florida.

Design and Construction: Spread over 62,500 sq ft, this palace was designed in such a way that it can withstand the effects of cyclones and storms.

Donald Trump’s Acquisition: Trump bought this property in 1985 for around $10 million, which was in need of repair at that time. Later Trump converted it into a private club.

Mar-a-Lago Architectural and Cultural Features

This is a beautiful estate with 126 rooms, 58 bedrooms and 33 bathrooms.

A 20,000 sq ft ballroom and private bomb shelters are also present here.

The club’s 500+ members pay up to $14,000 every year to come here.

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