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…
Grandparents have an important role in
the lives of their grandchildren – royal or not. However, when your
grandchild is a future monarch, the influence is that much more
important. Continuing our series, Royal Central takes a look at the
grandparents of King Carl XVI…
Princess Elisabeth of Belgium has paved
the way for a new generation of heirs in Europe to embrace their
roles in a continuously changing landscape. Elisabeth Thérèse
Marie Hélène was born at 9:58 pm on 25 October 2001, the first of
four children born to the…
All the best photos from Victoriadagen
15th July 2023
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.
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A look at Solliden Palace, Sweden's summer residence
14th July 2023
Situated on the island of Öland, Solliden
Palace has been the summer getaway for Swedish royals since 1906.
Today it offers a beautiful summer retreat for the family and plays
host to Crown Princess Victoria’s annual birthday celebrations in
July. But at the time, it…
Crown Princess Victoria: Godmother of Europe
14th July 2023
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…
What is Victoriadagen?
14th July 2023
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…
New baby joy for Luxembourg's royals
13th July 2023
The Grand Duke and Duchess of Luxembourg
have shared their joy at the news they are to become grandparents
again. In a short statement, the Grand Ducal Court said Grand Duke
Henri and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa had ”the great joy of
announcing that Prince Felix and…
Carl Gustaf’s time as Crown Prince
12th July 2023
Sweden celebrates two significant royal
jubilees this year; 2023 marks 500 years since Gustav Vasa became
Sweden’s King, and it is also the Golden Jubilee since of King Carl
XVI Gustaf. On 29 October 1950, four-year-old Prince Carl Gustaf
Folke Hubertus, Duke of…
Anniversary celebrations under way in Belgium with special photos to mark King Philippe's 10 years on the throne
12th July 2023
The Belgian Royal Palace has released new
images to mark the tenth anniversary of King Philippe’s ascension
to the Belgian throne. Ten photos were released showing the King
and Queen Mathilde in casual and formal wear to mark the first big
anniversary of His Majesty’s reign. Michel Gronemberger/Belgian
Royal Palace Michel Gronemberger/Belgian Royal Palace Michel…

