On Thursday, July 8, 2015, Kensington Palace released the official photos from HRH Princess Charlotte of Cambridge’s christening. The images, shot by famed photographer Mr. Mario Testino, were taken inside Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Drawing Room as well as in the gardens at Sandringham House.
Kensington Palace released a press release regarding last Sunday’s christening stating:
“The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their whole family had a wonderful day on Sunday and were delighted to share the special occasion with the thousands of people who came to Sandringham. They are very happy to share these photographs and hope that everyone enjoys them as much as they do.”
The little princess was christened on July 5, 2015, at the St. Mary Magdalene Church on the Sandringham Estate.
Photos courtesy of Kensington Palace/M.Testino/Art Partner
On Thursday, July 9, 2015, Her Majesty Queen Maxima of the Netherlands opened the center, Leontienhuis, in Zevenhuizen.
Leontienhuis, named after former Dutch racing cyclist Ms. Leontien Zijlaard-van Moorsel and founder of Stiching Leontien, is a center which provides professional help as well as support for individuals suffering from eating disorders.
If you would like to learn more about Leontienhuis and the amazing work they do please visit their official website here.
On Wednesday, July 8, 2015, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco, Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess f Cambridge, and Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex attended the Gentlemens Singles Quarter Final match during day nine of the 2015 Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships held at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London.
On Wednesday, July 8, 2015, His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands opened the cheese factory, Royal A-ware, and the Fonterra ingredients factory in Heerenveen.
According to the official website for Royal A-ware, the company produces “…80,000 to 100,000 tons of cheese every year, more than half of the cheese it trades annually. Fonterra produces quality ingredients for food for babies, seniors and athletes.”
On Tuesday, July 7, 2015, Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall continued their visit to wonderful Wales.
Today, the royal couple visited Wern Isaf House in Llanfairfechan. The Wern Isaf is an “…Arts and Crafts property which was formerly the home of the architect Herbert Luck North. [Whilst there the prince and the duchess met with] local residents at the Community Hall…” according to Clarence House.
The royal couple also visited The Raven Inn in Llanarmon-yn-lal, Denbighshire, ate delicious baked goods at The Village Bakery in Wrexham, and much more.
For more information about today’s activities in Wales as well as to view photos please click the links below.
On the afternoon of Tuesday, July 7, 2015, Her Majesty Queen Maxima of the Netherlands visited the company, AppMachine, in Heerenveen. Established in 2011 the online software company allows individuals to create their own mobile apps for iOS, Windows Phone 8, and Android.
During today’s visit Her Majesty met with the CEO of AppMachine, Mr. Siebrand Dijkstra, as well as with company employees. Her Majesty was also given a “…demonstration of AppMachine’s app building software and then made an app herself for the Oranje Fonds with Instant Ap…” according to a press release.
On Tuesday, July 7, 2015, His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands celebrated the 50th anniversary of Drentse Fiets4Daagse (4 Days of Cycling) held at the TT Circuit in Assen.
In the afternoon, His Majesty visited the De Bennekel district in Eindhoven where he met with “…several parties about how people with different backgrounds live together in the same neighborhood and what they can do together to strengthen social cohesion…” according to RVD.
Please click here to watch a video news report as well as to view a photo gallery.
Photo courtesy of RVD
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