The Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow. A former imperial residence, the Grand Kremlin Palace now serves as the official residence of the President of Russia. The huge palace was built on the Kremlin’s premises in the 19th century during the reign of Nicholas I of Russia. Construction lasted for 10 years. The building features earlier structures, notably the Terem Palace, nine churches and the Hall of Facets. The residence has a giant entrance hall, some 700 rooms and five grand reception halls used