The palace, built by Tibor Perczel over a century ago, is currently in ruins despite being classified as a protected archictectural landmark.

It was purchased by its present owner in 1993 but fell into ruin after it failed to gain state support for its development or to provide for its security. Doors, windows and wooden pillars were used by locals as firewood and solid surfaces were broken up. Currently, the building has a leaking roof and there is no heating or running water.

The 14-room palace, which has thermal springs in its surroundings, has been on the market for over a year. Russian and Italian would-be buyers have already signalled their interest in the crumbling building.

Source: hungarytoday.hu

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