European Royals

King Philippe has to take a break from State Visit to host EU leaders

The King of the Belgians had to take a break from the State Visit he was hosting for the Grand Duke of Luxembourg as another important international gathering took place. King Philippe opened the doors of the Royal Palace in Brussels to EU leaders as an extraordinary European summit took place in Brussels on April 18th 2024. King Philippe and Grand Duke Henri during the second day of the…
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Spain

Why Spain's queen might just have a hidden message in her latest fashion pick

Queen Letizia was in spring colours for the start of the Spanish State Visit to the Netherlands. But the colour she chose, bright green, also has another meaning for some supporters of the Spanish royal family. The colour green has been seen as a sign of support for the monarchy for decades now. In Spanish, it is ‘verde’ which is taken to mean ”Viva el Rey de Espana’. Wearing green…
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European Royals

Birthday celebration for royal cousins ahead of important State Visit

Two of the heads of Europe’s ruling houses had a birthday get together just hours before one hosted the other on an important State Visit. King Philippe of the Belgians and his cousin, Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg, were seen sharing a special birthday cake as final preparations for the visit continued. The Belgian monarch turned 64 on April 15th 2024 and hosted an impromptu celebration…
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Sweden

The prince and princess whose much longed for son made royal history

King Carl XVI Gustaf made history in 2023 when he celebrated his Golden Jubilee. And after 50 years of reign, many Swedish citizens barely remember a life without the current King on the throne. Carl XVI Gustaf is the first Swedish monarch to celebrate a Golden Jubilee. His reign has another peculiarity: Carl Gustaf inherited the throne directly from his grandfather at 27. His father, Prince…
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