Kensington Palace Sculpture

Kensington Palace, an intimate royal palace, was Princess Diana's residence in London and place of birth of Queen Victoria. Kensington Palace has been a residence of the British Royal Family since the 17th century. The first sovereign residents here were William and Mary in 1689. Queen Victoria was born here in 1837 and opened parts of the palace to the public, including some of the State Apartments. These are still open today, along with a beautiful Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection, containing period court dress, including some belonging to The Queen, is included in admission.

Today Kensington Palace is the official residence of The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester; the Duke and Duchess of Kent; and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. In 1981 apartments 8 and 9 were combined to create the London residence of the newly married Prince and Princess of Wales, Charles and Diana, and it remained the official residence of Diana, Princess of Wales after her marriage and until the day of her death. Kensington Palace has a superb location right in the heart of one of London's most prestigious areas and close to many popular London museums and famous shopping stores. A peaceful tour of the Palace and its gardens followed by refreshments in the Orangery is the perfect combination for any visitor.






The must see attractions at the Kensington Palace are : The bedroom where Princess Victoria was woken and told she was a Queen, the splendid Cupola Room where Princess Victoria was baptised, the beautifully restored King's Gallery with its excellent collection of 17th century paintings and remarkable wind-dial, the magnificent Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection; a display of royal children's clothes, with items from Princess Victoria to Prince Charles and Princess Anne.

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