Buckingham Palace has been the official London residence of the British monarch since 1837, beginning with Queen Victoria.
Construction: Originally known as Buckingham House, it was built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham. It was acquired by King George III in 1761 and later expanded.
Rooms: The palace has 775 rooms, including 19 State Rooms, 52 royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices, and 78 bathrooms.
State Rooms: These are used for official and state entertaining. They are open to the public each summer and on selected dates during the winter and spring.
Changing of the Guard: This iconic ceremony takes place in front of the palace and attracts many visitors. It generally occurs daily from April to July and on alternate days for the rest of the year.
Royal Events: The palace hosts numerous royal events, including state banquets, investitures, and garden parties.
The Queen’s Gallery: This is a public art gallery that exhibits works from the Royal Collection. It was opened to the public in 1962 and rebuilt after being damaged in World War II.
The Royal Mews: Home to the royal collection of historic coaches and carriages, including the Gold State Coach, which is used for coronations.
Garden: The palace garden covers 39 acres and includes a lake, a helicopter landing area, and a tennis court. It hosts annual garden parties attended by up to 30,000 guests.
Historical Events: The palace was bombed nine times during World War II. King George VI and Queen Elizabeth were in residence during one of the bombings.
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