One of the most luxurious hotels on earth, The Mardan Palace, was unveiled last night at a spectacular opening party in Antalya, Turkey.

A glittering audience of 600 dined on top of the Mediterranean’s largest swimming pool, enjoying performances from Mariah Carey, Seal and Tom Jones.

As they feasted on 45kg Beluga Caviar from the Caspian Sea, 950 Atlantic lobsters and 5kg of Black diamonds – Italian black truffles – they watched a laser light show and fireworks light up the hotel and surrounding Taurus mountains.

Mardan Palace is Turkey’s first five-star Destination Resort, and it is billed as “hailing a return to the opulent, golden age of the Ottoman Empire”.

The palatial resort comprises 560 rooms, including two Royal Suites with private pools – $20,000 a night in the high season.

Reflecting Turkish heritage the architecture mirrors the distinctive landmarks of Istanbul – the main hotel resembles The Dolmabahce Palace and bridges across the pool are based on original designs of the Da Vinci Bridge.

Guests can step into a gondolas to sail around the Mediterranean’s largest swimming pool, five giant aquariums decorate the hotel’s restaurants and spa, Europe’s only swimming reef will attract divers and a dramatic amphitheatre seating 900 will host world-class entertainment.

Via DailyMail