At one time, monarchies were the most common form of government. However, in the last few centuries, there has been a widespread shift to republicanism, and now only a few remain.
Some royal families are purely ceremonial, while others have complete control of the politics, religion, and daily running of their country. And monarchs aren’t always kings or queens in crowns; they can also be sultans, popes, princes, or emirs.
So, click on to find out which countries still have a monarchy, and which royals are still in charge.