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Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace + Special Coronation Exhibition (OneTravel)

Buckingham Palace has now opened its State Rooms to visitors for the 2013 summer season. An annual occurrence, the opening presents a excellent opportunity to tour one of the world’s few royal palaces that’s still in use as a royal residence while taking in the grandeur and living history of Britain’s most famous home. Continue reading

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Coronation Celebrations This Summer in London and Windsor (CheapOair)

On the 2nd of June 1953, Elizabeth II was crowned at Westminster Abbey. 60 years later, she’s still queen and celebrating her reign with a range of events across England, including river pageants, concerts and more. Continue reading

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Coronation Afternoon Tea at Fortnum and Mason (CheapOair)

In March 2012, her Majesty the Queen opened the Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon in honor of her 60 years as Monarch since her ascension to the throne in February 1952. This year sees the continuation of the celebrations, to mark the 60th anniversary since her coronation at Westminster Abbey in June 1953. Continue reading

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