Most bizarre things Indian royal families spent their money on
Pravrajya Suruchi
The Maharani of Cooch Behar, Indira Devi, was known for her immense collection of shoes, including over 100 pairs from the prestigious shoemaker Salvatore Ferragamo.
The Maharaja of Patiala supposedly had a fondness for diamonds. Stories claim he had a diamond-encrusted throne
The Maharaja of Indore, Holkar II, reportedly built a private railway line just for his personal use, allowing him to travel between his palaces in style.
The Nizam of Hyderabad gifted a necklace, the Jacobs Diamond Necklace, to his favorite dancer.
The Maharaja of Gwalior, Madho Rao Scindia, had a working miniature gravy train installed on his dining table.
The Maharaja of Junagadh reportedly owned a collection of over 800 dogs.
The Maharaja of Alwar, Jai Singh Prabhakar, reportedly owned a Rolls Royce built specifically for him, complete with a shooting range incorporated into the car.