Together with the head of state, the traditional midday shot was made by honorary builder of Russia Vladimir Bendet, who turned 85 on January 7.
The President congratulated him on his birthday and presented him with a pen.
In addition, the head of state talked with students of the Suvorov Military School.
Earlier, Putin congratulated Orthodox Christians on Christmas.
On the eve he visited the children's hospice in St. Petersburg and the Christmas service at the Transfiguration Cathedral.