In photos: King Juan Carlos’ reign

As the former Spanish king has gone into self-imposed exile, Royal Central takes a look back at his time on the Spanish throne (1975-2014).

His enthronement on 22 November 1975:

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The religious celebration of his enthronement on 27 November:

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The beginning years of his reign

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The 80s

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The 90s

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The early 2000s

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His final years as monarch

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