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Look around London: Buckingham Palace
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01/07/2025
A look at London’s most royal building.
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Hello and welcome to another edition of Look Around London.
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Buckingham Palace has been the official London residence of British monarchs since 1837 when Queen Victoria moved in.
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Originally built in 1703 as Buckingham House for the Duke of Buckingham,
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it was purchased by King George III in 1761 for his wife, Queen Charlotte,
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and then over time it was expanded into the Great Palace known today.
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Featuring 775 rooms and the famous balcony used for royal appearances,
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still a working royal residence, it remains a powerful symbol of the British monarchy and national tradition.
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Each summer the palace opens its state rooms to the public, drawing visitors from around the world.
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It also hosts key events like state banquets, royal garden parties and official receptions.
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