Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace
The history of the original building dates back to the early 1700's
and finally became the official residence of the British monarch in
1837 after Queen Victoria came to the throne.
George III bought Buckingham House in 1761 for his wife Queen
Charlotte to use as a comfortable family home close to St James's
Palace, where many court functions were held. Buckingham
House became known as the Queen's House, and 14 of George
III's 15 children were born there.
Buckingham Palace is not only the home of the Queen and Prince
Philip but also the London residence of the Duke of York (Prince
Andrew) and the Earl and Countess of Wessex (Prince Edward
and his wife) and their daughter.
The 19 State Rooms at the palace are regularly used by the Royal
family to entertain guests on their State, ceremonial and official
visits to the United Kingdom. During August and September the
Queen makes her yearly visit ...
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