Denmark

The stunning pearl tiara that boasts two centuries of royal history

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29th June 2024
It’s one of the most famous tiaras in Europe and it’s about to mark a very big birthday. In just a few months time, the Pearl Poire Tiara has been a glittering symbol of royalty.For over half a century, it was synonymous with one of the most famous and celebrated of modern monarchs, Denmark’s Margrethe II, who made it the symbol of her queenship. Margrethe wore it for her…
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Luxembourg

A small country facing big changes: Luxembourg begins countdown to an abdication

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26th June 2024
As Luxembourg was celebrating its National Day, Grand Duke Henri made an announcement that shook the royal world, as he ended his speech with the news that, starting October 1st 2024, his son, Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume, would be named Lieutenant-Représentant. This nomination is generally seen as a precursor to a process of abdication; it has already happened twice before, with both…
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Luxembourg

The Grand Ducal Palace of Luxembourg

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25th June 2024
With Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg’s announcement that he will begin transferring power to his son and heir, Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume, in October, all eyes will be on Luxembourg City. Where do the Luxembourgish royals live in Luxembourg City?The…
Belgium

The prince who just became the king of royal football fans

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23rd June 2024
The Euros are brining in plenty of royal fans but one prince is clearly enjoying the passion and the pain of the beautiful game more than most.Belgium’s Prince Gabriel, was unable to contain himself as his country’s national team claimed a commanding win in the first round of the tournament, being played in Germany.The King of the Belgians is pulled into a celebration by his…
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Sweden

The royal bride who wore her sister's wedding dress

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23rd June 2024
It was a royal wedding with a recycled gown worn by a woman who gave up her royal status for love. When Princess Desiree of Sweden got married, she left her HRH status at the altar to be with the man she loved. Royal Wedding Rewind heads back to June 1964 for the wedding of…