There are countless rich people in the world, but very few live with the kind of royalty and extravagance that King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand does. Known as King Rama X, he is not just a ruler he is also believed to be the richest king in the world, according to a report by The Business Standard. But about him is not just only about money but also about a lifestyle so grand, it makes even the biggest celebrities look modest in comparison.

His father ruled the Buddhist kingdom for 70 years, one of the world?s longest-serving monarchs. Vajiralongkorn was crowned in May 2019 when his 88-year-old father Bhumibol Adulyadej passed away on October 13, 2016.

A Fortune like no other

King Vajiralongkorn?s wealth is estimated to be around Rs. 3.7 lakh crore (approximately USD 43 billion). Most of this enormous fortune came to him as inheritance. However, instead of simply holding on to it, the King expanded his empire further by investing in land and some of Thailand?s largest companies.

He owns thousands of acres of land across Thailand, including over 17,000 properties in Bangkok alone. While most people spend their entire lives trying to buy a single house, this King literally owns parts of an entire capital city.

The King owns over 300 luxury cars, including top models from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and even stretched limousines. If that wasn?t enough, he also owns 38 private jets, many of which are decorated with royal emblems and golden interiors.

But perhaps the most jaw-dropping part of his collection is his 52 golden boats. These are not just ordinary boats they?re entirely decorated in gold and are used only during royal events.

His education, marriage

Vajiralongkorn, born in 1952, is the only son among the four children of Thailand?s late King Bhumibol and Queen Sirikit. As reported by Reuters, he began his early education in Thailand before moving abroad for further studies. He attended private schools in the United Kingdom and Australia, eventually enrolling in the prestigious Royal Military College, Duntroon, in Canberra.

He graduated with a bachelor?s degree in military studies from the University of New South Wales in Australia. According to his official royal biography, Vajiralongkorn is not only academically accomplished but also a trained military professional. He is a certified fighter jet and helicopter pilot and served as a full-time officer in the Royal Thai Army.

During his military career in the 1970s, he participated in operations against communist insurgents within Thailand.

Over the years, he has had four marriages, and each of them has drawn attention for one reason or another. His personal life often makes headlines just like his extravagant spending.

Despite controversies and criticism that have come his way, the King continues to live a life that very few in the world can even imagine. His name is often associated with luxury, power, and an unmatched royal aura.

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