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King Maha Vajiralongkorn better known as King Rama is considered to be the wealthiest king in the world with an estimated net worth of Rs 3.7 lakh crore which is approximately USD 43 billion.
The king inherited his fortune from his father King Bhumibol Adulyadej who passed away in 2016 but has expanded his wealth through major companies and real estate holdings.
He owns more than 17,000 properties in Bangkok and is the largest landowner in the country. He owns more than 300 high-end cars, 38 private jets and a fleet of 52 golden boats which are mainly used for royal ceremonies.
King Vajralonglorn is the only son of King Bhumibol and Queen Sirikit. He completed his military education in the UK and Australia and is a trained jet and helicopter pilot. He graduated from the University of New South Wales and served in the Royal Thai Army.Despite his controversial personal life and four marriages, he still remains a dominant symbol of Thailand’s royal legacy and power.
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