Interests

A sparkling State Visit and a queen with hedgehogs - the royal week, in photos

All the pomp and pageantry of a State Visit that turned into a huge success, one of the biggest K-Pop bands getting a special honour and a long lost tiara all helped produce a week to remember. Oh, and there’s a queen with a hedgehog. Welcome to the royal week, in photos. State Visit Success Picture by Stephen Lock / i-Images King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed the President and…
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History

The story behind the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior

At the main entrance of Westminster Abbey lies the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior, the body of an unknown British soldier from the First World War. On 11 November 1920, the body was brought from France to be buried at The Abbey. While there is one body that lies in The Abbey…
Interests

The future monarchs who will one day reign in Europe

They are the people who will one day reign and their role has an importance that pervades every element of their lives. Being the heir means preparation for a throne that starts early and only ends with accession. From the first in lines who grew up in pole position to those who took the part when adults, here are the heirs of Europe in 2023. Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark Photo by Hasse…
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Palaces & Buildings

The story behind one of the Royal Family's favourite residences, Windsor Castle

Located in the English county of Berkshire is Windsor Castle, a long-time favourite residence of the British Royal Family. Hundreds of years old, the castle has withstood some of Europe’s most challenging times and some of the happiest moments for the Royal Family. The original castle was built in the 11th century after the Norman invasion of England by William the Conqueror. Since the…
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State & CeremonialSweden

The Regalia of Sweden: a hidden treasure that tells a story

Like many other monarchies, Sweden also has a patrimony of crown jewels, each with its own history and precious metals and stones. Since 1907, however, the regalia has not been worn by members of the family but rather put on display during important moments like coronations, christenings and weddings. The monarch’s regalia mainly consist of the set of crown jewels made for King…
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