Belgium

Brussels museums honour King Philippe for special anniversary

Museums in Brussels are honouring King Philippe’s ten years on the throne this week by offering free admission to visitors.From Friday, 21 July (the tenth anniversary of the King’s accession to the throne) through Sunday, 23 July, several museums in the Belgian capital will have free admission.The State Secretary for Recovery and Strategic Investment, Thomas Dermine, announced…
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Denmark

IN PHOTOS: Denmark's longest-reigning monarch

Queen Margrethe has made history in Denmark.She is the longest-reigning monarch in Denmark’s history, reigning for 51 years, six months and four days. To honour her achievement, the Danish Royal House released new images taken of the Queen aboard the royal yacht…
Spain

King Felipe is the first to congratulate Carlos Alcaraz, the new Wimbledon champion

King Felipe VI led congratulations on Centre Court as Carlos Alcaraz claimed the Gentlemen’s Singles title at Wimbledon.And the new champion thanked his monarch for attending. As he spoke to the crowd after his win, Carlos Alcaraz said he had played twice in front of his king and had won both times, joking that he wanted Felipe VI to attend more of his matches for that reason.[getty…
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Sweden

All the best photos from Victoriadagen

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden celebrated her 46th birthday on 14 July with the traditional events at Solliden Palace and the Victoria Day Concert at Borgholm Castle.See all the best photos from this year’s event below![getty src=”1544083362″ width=”594″ height=”396″ tld=”com”][getty src=”1544079639&#8243…
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Sweden

Crown Princess Victoria: Godmother of Europe

Crown Princess Victoria is often referred to as the ‘Godmother of Europe.’ She received this rather unusual nickname because she has 18 (yes, eighteen) godchildren.Crown Princess Victoria is one of Europe’s most popular royals. Every single year she is…
Sweden

What is Victoriadagen?

Today marks one of the most important days in the Swedish royal year – Victoriadagen.It is celebrated annually on 14 July to honour Crown Princess Victoria. The celebrations began on her second birthday in 1979 and also honours one Swedish sportsperson for their skills and representation of Sweden.The day begins at Solliden Palace – the private residence of the Royal Family…
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