Serbia

Crown Prince Alexander unveils statue of his great-grandfather

The centenary of King Peter I of Serbia`s death was marked on August 14th 2021 with a special event of remembrance attended by his great grandson. Crown Prince Alexander and Princess Katherine visited the Serbian city of Kikinda where a monument to the Serbian King was unveiled in the central town square. The ceremony of the unveiling of the monument to King Peter I was also attended by the…
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Sweden

Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia thank fans for well wishes for Prince Julian's christening

Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden have thanked fans for their well-wishes on their youngest son, Prince Julian’s christening on Saturday. In an Instagram post, the couple said: “Yesterday, our beloved Julian was baptized. Thank you for all the best wishes!” They also shared a new behind the scenes photo from the christening at Drottningholm Palace. …
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Belgium

Belgian royal yacht for sale

A royal yacht belonging to Belgium’s former monarch, King Albert II and his wife, Queen Paola, is on the market. The couple has put the boat on sale for two million euros, according to Belgian media. The Alpa IV has belonged to Albert and Paola for over 12 years. It has…
Sweden

Prince Julian christened at Drottningholm Palace

Sweden’s Prince Julian has been christened in the Royal Chapel of Drottningholm Palace this afternoon. Bishop Johan Dalman and the Royal Court’s pastor, Michael Bjerkhagen, conducted the service. Attendees began arriving for the noon service at 11 am, and the…
Sweden

The royal christening traditions that Prince Julian will share

As Prince Julian is christened this afternoon in the Royal Chapel of Drottningholm Palace, what Swedish royal traditions will he follow and share with his family? There are several traditions that will continue today as Prince Julian is baptised. Let’s take a look at the Swedish royal christening traditions. The christening gown Prince Julian will be dressed in Gustaf Adolf’s…
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European RoyalsFeatures

When royal children "let loose" at christenings

While some royal christenings appear to be very formal, others are more relaxed, as in the case of the Danish, Dutch and Swedish royal families. Of course, we see these royal children more relaxed in christening settings because the baptisms are aired live on television, whereas the British, Luxembourgish and other royal families are not. In Britain, the press and the public can see those…
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