Imperial China has a long and illustrious history. It is a civilisation that began with the Shang dynasty in 1250 BC and lasted until the Qing dynasty that fell in 1912.
The last emperor to rule China was Puyi, whose regnal name was Xuantong Emperor. He came to the throne in 1908 at two-years-old and ruled until February 1912, when he was forced to abdicate. During that time, imperial China…
As royal families around Europe begin the Christmas countdown, all eyes are on Monaco where the recent return of Princess Charlene has been followed by yet more questions.
The Royal Central team discuss Charlene’s situation and also debate how the Windsors will pass…
The Duchess of Cambridge has visited the Victoria and Albert Museum in London to see a new exhibition with royal ties.
Catherine visited the V&A on Thursday morning to see Fabergé in London: Romance to Revolution, which recently opened. The exhibition includes over…
Take a look at Fabergé’s Easter Eggs - extraordinary creations of beauty which continue to fascinate
2nd December 2021
Probably best known for the exquisite Easter eggs that he crafted for the Russian Imperial house of Romanov, Peter Carl Fabergé was Russia’s premier master goldsmith at the beginning of the twentieth century, the House of Fabergé having been founded in St. Petersburg by his father, Gustav Fabergé in 1842. Although Fabergé would go on to design spectacularobjects of ornamentation such…
The Duchess of Sussex wins ruling in case against Mail on Sunday
2nd December 2021
The Mail on Sunday has lost its appeal against a ruling that it breached privacy and copyright by publishing extracts of a letter sent by the Duchess of Sussex to her father, Thomas Markle.
Associated Newspapers, which owns the Mail on Sunday, had appealed against an…
Cyber Monday is here, and if you are wondering what to give that royal loving family member or friend in your life, we have compiled a list of suggestions to help out. Our editorial staff has chosen some of their favourite royal-themed gifts and listed them…
The royal wedding that might have turned an exiled princess into a queen
29th November 2021
It was a wedding featuring two very popular royals and two ceremonies and it led to one of the most influential unions of the 20th century. The marriage of Prince George, Duke of Kent and Princess Marina of Greece, on November 29th 1934, was a day that changed the House of Windsor forever.
The couple matched each other in popularity and royal suitability. The groom was the dashing fourth son of…
Seventy days until 70 years - time to start the Platinum Jubilee countdown
28th November 2021
The Platinum Jubilee is set to be one of the major events of 2022 and a stand out moment in royal history. The Queen reaches the 70th anniversary of her reign on February 6th 2022. As of November 28th 2021, that landmark is just 70 days away.
And 70 days away from a…
King Felipe and Queen Letizia conclude historic State Visit to Sweden
25th November 2021
The second and final day of King Felipe and Queen Letizia’s State Visit to Sweden came just a few hours after the glittering State Banquet.
Thursday, 25th November began with separate engagements for King Felipe and Queen Letizia. The King held an early meeting…
The Tower of London's moat to blossom into life for the Platinum Jubilee
23rd November 2021
The moat around the Tower of London will be transformed into a floral field to mark the 70th anniversary of The Queen’s reign.
The ancient royal building will be surrounded by millions of flowers in the summer of 2022 as part of celebrations for the Platinum Jubilee.
Visitors will be able to walk through the display, called ‘Superbloom’, as it continues to grow and develop…
