In light of the celebrations for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee 2022 this week, we discover the royal abodes that Queen Elizabeth II and other prominent members of the British monarchy currently reside in
As part of the British monarchy, the royal family has plenty of estates and properties to their name. These abodes are spread across the UK, and many of them serve as official royal residences to the family.
Whether it's a Crown-owned castle or a privately-owned estate, these palatial properties are both stunning and historically significant. Here, we explore some of the most popular living quarters that members of the British monarchy currently reside in.
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1. Buckingham Palace
The official royal residence and administrative headquarters of Queen Elizabeth II since her crowning in 1953, Buckingham Palace is an iconic landmark and one of the most well-known abodes of the monarchy. The building contains 775 rooms, which includes 19 staterooms, 52 royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices and 78 bathrooms.
Prior to the pandemic, the queen spent most of her weekdays living within her private quarters within the palace. Whenever the sovereign is at home, her royal flag is flown above the palace. Buckingham Palace is also the official London residence of Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, as well as Prince Edward and Sophie, the Countess of Wessex.
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