The first yachts appeared in mankind almost simultaneously with the advent of navigation. In Russia, they appeared in the Petrine era. The word yacht comes from the German jachtschip, which means "ship for pursuit." The yachts were used by Dutch sailors to hunt pirates and smugglers in coastal waters. Over the years, the yacht has become a luxury item. The most expensive yachts in the world always attract the attention of the public. The richest people in the world consider it necessary to have luxury yachts for their own image. In addition, the pleasure of a sea voyage on a luxury yacht can be more expensive than any money. It is interesting to find out which yachts are the most expensive in the world, who owns them, what are the features of their design.
First place. History Supreme
In the first place among the most expensive yachts in the world is History Supreme. The yacht is estimated today at 4.8 billion dollars. It took 100,000 kg of precious metals to finish it. The deck, railings, dining room are covered with gold. Platinum was used to finish the recreation area. The statue that adorns the yacht is made from the bone of a Ti-rex (dinosaur). At the entrance to the yacht, guests are greeted by a decorative bottleliqueur, on which an 18.5 carat diamond flaunts. Inside the VIP cabins are decorated with meteorite stones and valuable wood.
The yacht has two diesel engines and a top speed of 50 knots. The yacht measures 31m (length) and 7.34m (width).
Today it is the most expensive yacht in the world, but since the precious metals with which the yacht is trimmed become more expensive all the time, its value will only increase.
Second place. Eclipse
Yacht Eclipse, which is in second place in the top of the most expensive yachts in the world, belongs to Roman Abramovich. The ship was created using the technology of a warship. Laser protection provides protection from prying eyes and annoying photographers. The yacht is equipped with an anti-missile defense system. On nine decks of the yacht there are 4 pleasure boats, a deep-sea submersible for observing the sea depths, 20 jet skis. The owner's bedroom is protected by armor and bulletproof glass. The yacht, 553 feet long, is equipped with modern communication systems and motion sensors. The cost of the yacht is $996.64 million.
Third place. Azzam
The third place among the 10 most expensive yachts in the world is Azzam. It costs 609 million dollars. The yacht is equipped with four engines, the total capacity of which is 94 thousand horsepower. She can move at a speed of 30 knots. The length of the yacht is 590 feet. Serves a yacht of 50 people. The yacht has two helipads, a missile defense system, a submarine, and two cinemas. The design of the yacht is made in"imperial style" and replete with luxury.
Fourth place. Dubai
Dubai is a $350 million yacht owned by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Mehtoum of Dubai. She is in fourth place among the most expensive yachts in the world. Two engines of 6323 kW each make it possible to reach a speed of 26 knots. The ship takes on board 1.25 million liters of fuel and may not enter the port for a month. The yacht has 7 decks, swimming pools, a heliport and a casino. The interior of the main living room is designed in the style of an oasis in the desert. The security system on the yacht uses inflatable ladders and rafts, as on airliners.
Fifth place. "A"
Yacht "A", which is in 5th place in the ranking, is estimated at 300 million dollars. She owes this name to the first letter in the names of the owners Andrey and Alexander Melnichenko. The crew of the yacht, which is 390 feet long, is 35 people. The design of the yacht is very original. It has several glazed decks and resembles a space explorer's helmet. The nose has the shape of a trapezoid, with the wide side facing the sea. The interiors of the yacht are made in techno style. Finished with leather and stainless steel. On top of the wheelhouse on the turntable there is a bed that rotates, so you can admire the sea views around from the panoramic windows. The ship has 12 plasma panels decorated as mirrors and more than a hundred speakers. There is a helipad, swimming pools, an amphibious boat and even a car garage.
Sixth place. Pelorus
The first owner of the Pelorus yacht was a Saudi businessman. Subsequently, Roman Abramovich bought the yacht, refitted it and sold it to David Geffen. The yacht, 347 feet long, can travel 7200 km without a visit to the harbor. The yacht has 40 crew members, anti-missile radar, helicopters, and a submarine. Downstairs there is a gym, a sauna with cold and hot pools, a fitness complex and a spa with mud baths. The yacht is equipped with a unique climate control and air conditioning system. The service on the yacht is one of the best. The yacht is in sixth place among the most expensive yachts in the world. She is worth $300 million.
Seventh place. Rising Sun
The Rising Sun is owned by David Geffen. It was built in 2004 and costs about $250 million. The yacht, 453 feet long, has 5 decks and 82 rooms, with an area of 8000 m2. Finishing of bathrooms and jacuzzi is made of onyx. The yacht has a plasma cinema, saunas, wine cellar. A large basketball court can be used to receive helicopters. 50 horsepower engines allow her to move at a speed of 28 knots.
Eighth place. Lady Moura
The $210 million Lady Moura yacht was built in 1991 and is owned by Saudi Arabian multimillionaire Nasser Al-Rashid. High superstructures on the deck and large windows give it a special originality. A twelve-meter boat can be launched from the yacht from the garage at the stern. On thedeck with a retractable roof is a pool in the form of a real sandy beach with palm trees. The dining table on the yacht has a length of 25 m. The yacht, 344 feet long, can accommodate 30 guests at the same time. She is served by 60 crew members.
Ninth place. Octopus
The Octopus yacht is owned by Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft with Bill Gates. She has eight engines with a capacity of 19,200 horsepower. The yacht has 2 swimming pools, on the sides there are hatches with a hydraulic drive for launching jet skis. Two submarines of the yacht are used not only for walking. Paul Allen, together with oceanologists, conducts experiments to study the depths of the sea. The yacht is 414 feet long and can travel at 20 knots.
Tenth place. Al-Salamah
Closes the list of 10 most expensive yachts in the world Al-Salamah. It costs 200 million dollars. It was owned by the late Prince Sultan ibn Abdel Aziz. The yacht has 8 decks and 82 cabins, which freely accommodate 96 servants and 180 guests. It is 457 feet long and has an area of 8000 m2. Two engines, with a total capacity of 8700 horsepower, allow reaching a speed of 21 knots. The yacht has a gym, cinema, swimming pool, business center, spa.
Many of the richest people on the planet wish they had the most expensive yacht in the world, a photo of which would delight millions of people. This is a sign of belonging to the elite,gives status and weight in business circles. On such yachts, all the whims of the guests are fulfilled. If someone gets tired of haute cuisine and wants a cheap hot dog that is sold in the alleys of city blocks, then most likely a helicopter will be sent there and bring what the guest wants.
Maintenance of such yachts is also very expensive. They need constant monitoring and daily prevention. Yacht owners are very concerned about privacy, so many of them have implemented paparazzi protection systems. They also take personal safety very seriously. Top 10 most expensive yachts in the world have bulletproof glass and weapons on board.
