Lavish Royal Wedding Held at Liechtenstein's Princely Court
In a unique turn of events, Princess Marie Caroline of Liechtenstein, Europe's wealthiest princess, has married Leopoldo Maduro Vollmer, a Venezuelan-born investment manager. The wedding took place on Saturday in the cathedral of Vaduz, Liechtenstein, the heart of this tiny European principality.
Princess Marie Caroline, the daughter of Hereditary Prince Alois of Liechtenstein, wore a long white dress adorned with intricate embroidery and puff sleeves. The celebration following the wedding was held in the castle of the princely family.
Liechtenstein, a constitutional monarchy, is a small country, only half the size of Bremen, with 160 square kilometers. Despite its size, it is home to around 40,000 inhabitants. The current head of state is Prince Hans-Adam II.
The princely house of Liechtenstein is renowned for its wealth, derived from its bank, ownership of properties, and forests. The groom, Leopoldo Maduro Vollmer, is not a member of the princely family, making this union unusual. According to nobility expert Lisbeth Bischof, it is normally the commoner who marries a princess.
The wedding ceremony and celebration were held in the charming setting of Vaduz, a town nestled in the Alps, providing a picturesque backdrop for the momentous occasion. The event has been a topic of interest in the Swiss tabloid "Blick", which described the bride as "Europe's richest princess".
As the newlyweds embark on their journey together, they do so with the blessings of the princely family and the people of Liechtenstein, promising a future filled with love and prosperity.
