Crimean Palaces and Wildlife Reserves Transformed into Putin's Residences by Occupation Authorities Occupation authorities of the Crimea have decided to transfer many of famous locations of the peninsula to Administrative department of the President Vladimir Putin for free use. The Putin administration has gained control over the Yusupov palace and park complex and the Crimean Nature Reserve in Alushta, Censor.NET reports citing Novoe Vremya, as informed by TASS.