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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation  |  Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED   » NEWS NOW   Emergency services, Oct. 16       ...       Since You Asked: Park resurfacing delayed during winter       ...       SOU training gives tips on what to do if there's an active shooter       ...       Emergency services, Oct. 16       ...       Since You Asked: Park resurfacing delayed during winter       ...       SOU training gives tips on what to do if there's an active shooter       ...           Go inside a historic Soviet spy ship that just went on sale for $25.5 million Comment By Talia Avakian MailTribune.com By Talia Avakian Posted Sep. 13, 2015 at 9:55 AM By Talia Avakian Posted Sep. 13, 2015 at 9:55 AM »  Social News La Sultana For those looking to own a piece of history, the famous Soviet spy ship La Sultana is now for sale at an asking price of more than $25.5 million. In addition to its sheer elegance, La Sultana boasts a fascinating past. According to The Telegraph , the Soviet Union ostensibly enrolled La Sultana as a research ship in 1970. For the most part, however, the vessel was used to spy on the US and Britain during the Cold War. Originally used as a passenger ferry, La Sultana was transformed a third time in 2007, when it became a stunning private yacht. Scroll down to see what the ship looks like on the inside. Originally built in 1961 in Bulgaria, the ship was used to carry passengers across the Black Sea before its conversion into a spy ship by the Soviet Union. It was purchased by La Sultana Group in 2007 and underwent renovations that turned it into an elegant oasis. La Sultana There are seven cabins that sleep 12 guests all together. All of the rooms come with distinctive windows, marble baths, and showers. La Sultana The rooms are lined with wood finishes. They also feature work by famous Moroccan artist Jilali Gharbaoui. La Sultana The 710-square-foot owner�s cabin is equipped with large panoramic windows to offer plenty of light and stunning views over the sea. La Sultana There is also a lounge and bar area that has been decorated with beautifully etched wood features, custom-made furniture, and artwork. La Sultana Take its sleek staircase up to where you'll see one of the most interesting features of the ship. La Sultana La Sultana still holds the original Bulgarian language telegraph used decades ago. It's the circular feature mounted in the center of the back wall. La Sultana There is also a charming dining room where you can enjoy a romantic dinner. La Sultana The ship is equipped with a Jacuzzi, helipad, and swimming pool, plus equipment for windsurfing, diving, wakeboarding, and kayaking. La Sultana See Also: A former National Geographic photographer shows what America was like in the 1970s and 1980s Here's why the city that houses Disneyland is not 'The Happiest Place on Earth' What it's like to live off the grid, according to a couple who moved to a fire lookout in the middle of the Oregon forest SEE ALSO: Take a tour of millionaire magician David Copperfield's private island, which you can rent for $57,000 a night DON'T FORGET: Follow Business Insider's lifestyle page on Facebook! By Talia Avakian MailTribune.com By Talia Avakian Posted Sep. 13, 2015 at 9:55 AM » Comment or view comments   Reader Reaction »  STAY INFORMED   Email NewsLetter   Sign Up Today   Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events Calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed   Email newsletter   Sign Up Today   Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2015 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.    Privacy Policy  |  Terms of Service  |  Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501