Sweden

Swedish jubilee tour kicks off

The county tours by King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden have kicked off as part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations for the King. The King and Queen undertook the first stop in each of Sweden’s counties last week in Södermanland County and the city of Nyköping. Their Majesties toured the Södermanland County Museum as the first engagement of the country-wide tour. The museum…
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King of Sweden shares secret to happy marriage

The King of Sweden has shared the secret to a happy marriage. King Carl XVI Gustaf revealed his best (and surprising) relationship advice in the documentary movie “The King,” which will premiere in theatres on 24 February. His Majesty said the secret to his happy 47-year marriage to Queen Silvia is – separate bathrooms. In the film, Karin af Klintberg asks the monarch for…
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Why Sweden is celebrating two anniversaries in 2023

While many know of the Golden Jubilee celebrations planned for King Carl XVI Gustaf, Sweden is marking two significant anniversaries this year. Not only is the country celebrating Carl Gustaf’s 50 years on the throne, but they are also marking 500 years of modern Sweden. Most celebrations will centre around the reigning monarch and his achievements; however, on 6 June, festivities will…
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Jubilee events kick-off in Sweden

The jubilee year for King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden has officially begun, with the first official event surrounding celebrations taking place. The Royal Palace of Stockholm was the setting for the Sweden Dinner hosted by the King and Queen Silvia for those who have made…
Sweden

Prince Carl Philip, Prince Daniel and Princes Sofia honour Sweden's sporting stars at gala in Stockholm

The annual Swedish Sports Gala, an event honouring the country’s most prominent athletes, took place in the Avicii Arena in Stockholm earlier this week in the presence of royalty – Prince Carl Philip, Prince Daniel and Princess Sofia. In a night filled with with emotion and humour, Sweden’s major sporing achievements of the past 12 months were recognised. The show was hosted by…
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