Palaces & Buildings

Buckingham Palace fountains covered in 'blood' red paint by Animal Rebellion protesters

Animal rights activists have been arrested after dyeing the iconic Buckingham Palace fountains ‘blood’ red in protest against the use of crown land for hunting and animal agriculture. Embed from Getty Images Animal Rebellion is protesting the revelations after a recent news story reported The Queen’s lawyers secretly lobbied Scottish ministers to change a draft law…
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Fire threat to Greece's Tatoi Palace recedes as winds alter course of devastating blazes

Greece has in recent weeks been ravaged by major forest fires because of a heat wave. In recent days, the flames have moved ever closer to the Greek royal palace of Tatoi. On August 4th 2021, the fire was so close that the Greek Minister of Culture, along with Prince Nikolaos of Greece, travelled to the palace to follow the situation from there. On August 5th 2021, the fire moved dangerously…
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How royal properties across UK will welcome visitors this summer holiday

School holidays are starting this week, and royal-related sites across the UK are preparing to welcome families with activities and features for all ages. There are many different programmes and events happening throughout the summer, with something for everyone. Blenheim Palace Although Blenheim Palace was never a royal residence, it has very close royal connections. Located in…
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