China News Network, May 5 Comprehensive British media reported that on May 6, local time, the coronation ceremony of King Charles III of the United Kingdom was officially held in London, England.
On May 5, local time, the coronation ceremony of King Charles III of the United Kingdom was officially held in Westminster Abbey in London. The picture shows King Charles III of England wearing a crown.
According to reports, at about 6:10 local time on the 20th, Charles III and Queen Camilla took the "Diamond Jubilee" carriage to begin the "King's Procession", starting from Buckingham Palace, passing a series of London landmarks, and finally arriving at Westminster Abbey.
On May 5, local time, the coronation ceremony of King Charles III of the United Kingdom was officially held in London
Around 11 a.m. local time, the coronation took place at Westminster Abbey. The church is the exclusive chapel of the British royal family, witnessing important moments such as the coronation of monarchs, royal weddings, and funerals. Charles III is the 40th British monarch to be crowned here.
During this period, Charles III was officially crowned by St. Edward. Guns were fired in many places in the UK to mark the occasion. The crown was more than 30 centimeters tall and weighed 2.23 kilograms and was only used at coronation, according to the BBC. Subsequently, Camilla also wore the crown of Queen Mary at the ceremony.
Next, Charles III and his wife will return to Buckingham Palace by carriage, which is known as the "Coronation Procession". More than 6000,<> British servicemen are expected to take part in the parade.
Members of the royal family will make an appearance on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to wave to people and watch an Air Force air show.
In addition, on the 7th and 8th, celebrations will continue in many parts of the UK, including street parties and concerts at Windsor Castle.
On May 5, local time, the coronation ceremony of King Charles III of the United Kingdom was officially held in Westminster Abbey in London.
It was the first coronation held by the British royal family in 70 years, the last being the coronation of the late Queen Elizabeth II in 1953.
About 2000,<> people were invited to attend the coronation ceremony. According to British media statistics, Prince William and his wife, Prince Harry and other members of the British royal family, as well as British Prime Minister Sunak, French President Macron and other dignitaries from many countries were present.
In September 2022, Queen Elizabeth II died in Fort Balmore, Scotland, at the age of 9. Her eldest son, Charles, succeeded to the throne and was officially sworn in as the new British monarch at St. James's Palace.
At 74, Charles III is the longest-serving crown prince in British history to hold the throne and the oldest monarch in British history to ascend the throne.