King Philippe of Belgium will be marking a decade of kingship in July 2023; he took the throne after his father abdicated in 2013. Philippe’s role as sovereign has a different relationship with the church than many other monarchs.
Belgium does not have a state church. As of 2018, over 60% of Belgians identify as Christian, with 57% of the population identifying as Catholic. As monarch…
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…
IN PHOTOS: Denmark's longest-reigning monarch
18th July 2023
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…
A royal hug for the new Wimbledon champion as King Felipe of Spain greets Carlos Alcaraz after a famous win
16th July 2023
He might just have written his name in the history books of the most famous tennis championship in the world but Carlos Alcaraz appeared overcome as royalty queued up to meet him and celebrate his success.
As he made his way into the Player’s Lounge at Wimbledon, the King of Spain sprung forward to offer a congratulatory hug.
King Felipe couldn’t stop smiling as he chatted with…
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…
Granny Knows Best: the grandparents of King Carl XVI Gustaf
16th July 2023
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.Â
Elisabeth Thérèse Marie Hélène was born at 9:58 pm on 25 October 2001, the first of four children born to the then-Duke and Duchess of Brabant.Â
As it happens for many firstborns, she shaped the education path for the rest of her…
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.
See all the best photos from this year’s event below!
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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 voted the most popular royal in her country Sweden. Many royals seem to like the Crown Princess, as well, as they have often…