Fresh from celebrating her Platinum Jubilee, the Queen, as of today, will overtake Thailand’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej to become the world’s second longest reigning monarch.

King Bhumibol Adulyadej  reigned over Thailand for 70 years and 126 days.

Louis XIV of France, the world’s longest reigning monarch, sat on the throne for 72 years and 110 days from 1643 until 1715.

Queen Elizabeth II became the longest reigning British monarch in September 2015, surpassing her great-great grandmother Queen Victoria.

TOP 5 Longest Reigning Monarchs

1. Louis XIV of France: 72 years, 110 days
2. Queen Elizabeth II: 70 years,126 days
3. Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand: 70 years, 126 days
4. Prince Johann II of Liechtenstein: 70 years,91 days
5. K’inich Janaab Pakal of Palenque: 68 years, 33 days