Belgium

The historic background of the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula in Brussels - setting for many royal weddings

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29th November 2022
In September, Princess Maria Laura of Belgium married William Isvy at the historic Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula in Brussels, with the whole Belgian Royal Family in attendance. It was just the latest royal wedding in Belgium to be held in the famous venue. The Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula was built in the Brabantine Gothic style and is dedicated to both of the patron…
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FashionQueen Camilla

The tiara chosen by Queen Camilla for the South African state banquet

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23rd November 2022
King Charles and Queen Camilla are hosting South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on a State Visit from Tuesday, 22 November, to Thursday, 24 November. The first day of the visit wrapped up with the King and Queen hosting their first state banquet. The Queen wore a brilliant sapphire tiara for the occasion, a new piece for her. Queen Camilla wore the Belgian Sapphire Tiara to the state banquet…
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British Royals

The Jubilee tribute to Queen Elizabeth II that has become her first posthumous statue

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12th November 2022
The King has unveiled the first posthumous state of Queen Elizabeth II in York this week, describing it as a tribute to her life of service. King Charles III unveiled a new statue of his mother at York Minster in York. The statue of the late monarch is on the west front of the cathedral, and stands above an area that will soon be named Queen Elizabeth Square.  York Minster stonemason…
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Norway

The monarch's role in Norway

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8th November 2022
Each monarchy holds a different position within its country; not all monarchs have the same responsibilities, duties, and roles. King Harald V of Norway ascended the throne upon his father’s death in 1991. As King of Norway, Harald fulfills several different functions…
Sweden

Crown Princess Victoria attends important WWF meeting as her busy autumn schedule continues

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22nd October 2022
Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden has continued her busy schedule with a visit to the autumn WWF meeting in Stockholm. The Crown Princess attended the World Wide Fund for Nature at the Münchenbryggeriet conference centre. Several different awards were presented at the event. She was welcomed upon arrival by Gustav Lind, Secretary General, Annika Helker Lundström, Board Chair, and…
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