How did Ludwig II finance his extravagant projects?
By invading other states
Using state funds
Using his private royal revenues and borrowed extensively
Renting out his palaces
Answer
To finance his extravagant projects, Ludwig II used his private royal revenues and borrowed extensively. His private royal revenues were mostly derived from the income of the royal palaces, forests, and other properties. Ludwig II also borrowed money from banks and other lenders. The total amount of debt that Ludwig II accumulated during his reign is estimated to be around 150 million marks.
The Enigma of Ludwig II: Unraveling the Bavarian King's Tale
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