Charles III He began his reign with all the pomp and pageantry of the British crown. On May 6, 2023, the coronation of Elizabeth II’s son was celebrated in an event that was full of symbolism and solemnity. Two processions, two floats, six chairs and three crownsAdorned with all the rites and services that make the British monarchy unique, Charles III was crowned in the same temple as his mother, lAt Westminster Abbey. After more than a year, the cost of such a festival has come to light. There was a cost to taxpayers 86.5 million euros (£72 million), revealed government figures.
© The Royal FamilyThe department that co-ordinated the event spent just over €60m (£50m), while the police cost around €26m (£22m), covered by the Home Office. All of these figures were in line with earlier estimates, which ranged between £50 and £100 million. Although a priori it may seem like a very high cost, sources confirm that lCharles III’s guest list was whittled down to a quarter of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation. In the same temple, Westminster Abbey, in 1953. And, instead, it is less than half of the funeral of Elizabeth II, which amounted to 200 million euros.
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© Getty ImagesLet us remember that the coronation was attended by dignitaries from all over the world, total 90 heads of stateAs well as the First Ladies of the United States and Ukraine, representing the Presidents of their respective countries, as well as their families and guests from around the world, including Emma Thompson, singers Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, and even a magician, British illusionist Steven Freyne.
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© Getty ImagesThe day began with Charles and Camilla leaving Buckingham Palace. The new monarchs covered the two kilometers to Westminster Abbey in a diamond jubilee state carriage, pulled by six horses and around 1200 Escort which ensures route security. They were waiting for them inside Westminster Abbey 2,200 guestsIncluding their families, who entered in order of priority The King wore the state robes of his grandfather, George VI (1937), made of crimson velvet, and Camilla, a white silk dress signed by Bruce Oldfield, Princess Diana’s favorite couturier. During the event we were able to see fabulous jewelry and gorgeous objects that played a symbolic role during the event.
© Getty ImagesUsed by kings after coronation The most magnificent carriage of the English monarchy, the Gold State Coach, Back to Buckingham Palace. A historic golden chariot, seven meters long and 3.6 meters high, with eight gray horses awaited them at the monastery gate. It was built 261 years ago (1762) with a layer of gold leaf and has panels of Roman gods, cherubs and Triton painted on it. They were preceded by a parade of 4,000 soldiers. 19 music bandsAmong them are the guardians of the Tower of London, the Beefeaters and the Yeomen, who belong to the oldest military organization in existence in Great Britain, created by Henry VII in 1485 and who wore their new uniforms that day.
© Theoretical familyAt the end of the tour, the monarchs took to the balcony of Buckingham Palace to give traditional greetings to the crowd gathered in front of the building, from which they watched. Air Parade with over 60 Royal Air Force aircraft (RAF) who painted the UK flag. The royal family enjoyed an informal lunch and the celebrations continued the next day A macro concert held at Windsor Castle Among the guest artists are Katy Perry, Andrea Bocelli, Lionel Richie and Take That Group, with whom they close out a historic celebration.
