SAEDNEWS: Take a look at the world's longest-reigning kings and queens throughout history, including the late Queen Elizabeth II.
According to SAEDNEWS.Who are the longest-reigning monarchs? We take a look at the world's longest-reigning kings and queens throughout history, including the late Queen Elizabeth II.
On top is Louis XIV from France, who reigned from 14th May 1643 until 1st September 1715 — a total of 72 years and 110 days. Second is Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) from Thailand who reigned for 70 years and 126 days.
On September 9th 2015, the late Queen Elizabeth II became the longest-lived British monarch, having previously surpassed her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria, in 2007.
Here are the 10 longest-reigning monarchs of states that were internationally recognised as sovereign for most or all of their reign. Take a look at the full list below:
Louis XIV, France (72-year reign)
Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), Thailand (70-year reign)
Johann II, Liechtenstein (70-year reign)
Elizabeth II, United Kingdom (70-year-reign)
K'inich Janaab' Pakal, Palenque (68-year reign)
Franz Joseph, Austria(67-year reign)
Ferdinand III, Sicily (65-year reign
Victoria, United Kingdom (63-year reign)
James I, Aragon (62-year reign)
Hirohito (Emperor Shōwa), Japan (62-year reign)
