Proclamation of King Felipe VI: June 19, 2014

[An Ard Ri]

Watching it live on Euronews right now.

 

[lula]

Photos

Proclamación Felipe VI: El relevo en la Corona (I) | Fotogalería | Política | EL PAÍS

Royal Palace Square

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[An Ard Ri]

Splendid sunshine in Madrid ,the city looks wonderful with all the flags .The King,Queen and daughters are just about to leave the Cortes.

 

[Valerie Rose]

Very colourful and spectacular with the plumed helmets and shiny breast-plates of the horsemen; all the flags waving, and their banners and pennants.

 

[Marengo]

Well, it is very clear that it is all about Felipe since he is standing in the car while his wife is seated. Before the military passed she also took a step back at the platform, as did her daughters. I wouldn't have minded her receiving a bit more attention, she has been an impeccable princess of Asturias. But at parlament she was mentioned and received applause and it is her husbands day after all.

Large crowds along the route IMO, 10 rows or more in most areas (and it is a long route!). Nice to see so much enthousiasm and so many Spanish flags. Unlike the correspondant of 'The Times' I didn't see any republican flags on TVE. Madrid is a beautiful city btw.

 

[An Ard Ri]

The commentator on Euronews is bugging me,firstly he referred to to Elena as Infanta Cristina,next he called the father of JC the 'Duke of Barcelona' and then said his name was Alfonso.He later corrected himself and said Infanta Cristina wasn't present ,the profile of Letizia 'the Commoner Queen' as she was dubbed was less than flattering.

 

[maria-olivia]

Great Ovation for his Father who was not there and two times Standing Ovation for Queen Sofia who was there.

 

[Bine221]

"Viva el Rey" .. "Viva España" .."long live the King".

" King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia"

What a lovely Family and what a great ceremony, solemn and dignified, but still open and Fitting with the current economic Situation
Very well done
Long live the new Royal Family!
Bye Bine

 

[Charlotte_Aster]

The German broadcast:
Thronwechsel in Spanien - Die Krönung von Felipe - ZDF.de

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

I think there are more people here than in both the Netherlands and Belgium, this is a much longer route.

 

[Marengo]

I don't think that the ceremony would have been very different in other economic times TBH. This is the tradition in Spain. There seems a lot of pageantry, due to the military escorte.


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Juan Carlos just arrived at the palace.

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

I had not expected so many people in the streets.

 

[Charlotte_Aster]

Crowds in front of the Palacio Real:
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Btw, ZDF has the wrong coat of arms. LOL

 

[Marengo]

This huge turn up must be very reassuring for the new king (and the old one). I wonder if the court expected it. What a great day and what a wise decision of king Juan Carlos. I hope that the international press will highlight the huge support too, since the protests received so much attention. A great way to start a reign.

They have arrived safely at the palace.

 

[An Ard Ri]

Delighted to see such large happy crowds to greet the King & Queen along the ceremonial route and in front of the Palace.

 

[Rossina]

Such a remarkable & historic moments for all Spanish people !!

 

[biru]

Well, it is very clear that it is all about Felipe since he is standing in the car while his wife is seated. Before the military passed she also took a step back at the platform, as did her daughters. I wouldn't have minded her receiving a bit more attention, she has been an impeccable princess of Asturias. But at parlament she was mentioned and received applause and it is her husbands day after all.

Large crowds along the route IMO, 10 rows or more in most areas (and it is a long route!). Nice to see so much enthousiasm and so many Spanish flags. Unlike the correspondant of 'The Times' I didn't see any republican flags on TVE. Madrid is a beautiful city btw.

Agree, Madrid is a very beautiful city. Long live for the new King and Queen of Spain!

 

[An Ard Ri]

Bells ringing at the Almudena Cathedral.

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

This was not a low-key ceremony, a fantastic day for Spain.

 

[Charlotte_Aster]

Did they change the background of the coat of arms? Wasn't it blue before?

 

[Marengo]

And a kiss between the new king and queen, a kiss and hug for Juan Carlos from the new king, Queen Letizia and Queen Sofia. Queen Letizia seems much more relaxed now and is smiling. The infantas seem overwhelmed (and who can blame them).

 

[An Ard Ri]

Did they change the background of the coat of arms? Wasn't it blue before?

Yes its now red I think that was announced last week.

 

[Valerie Rose]

Overwhelming indeed for the little girls - gosh, if they were ten years older they'd still be very young. But a very happy and joyful occasion, most memorable.
Thank you, Spain

 

[Marchesina]

I like that they really focused on Felipe. Sometimes during this events (especially those in full regalia) women kind of overshadow their husbands. Probably because people like him more, probably because of the more sober attire, but Letizia definitely let him shine today. You can see as she's always a step behind, even when they went out on the balcony.

 

[lula]

Yes Charlotte, King Felipe has a new coat of arms. This es the tradicional color for Spanish monarchy.

 

[Naggi]

Very moving so see how caring and protective Letizia is with her daughters.

 

[An Ard Ri]

And a kiss between the new king and queen, a kiss and hug for Juan Carlos from the new king, Queen Letizia and Queen Sofia. Queen Letizia seems much more relaxed now and is smiling. The infantas seem overwhelmed.

That was lovely to watch!

 

[An Ard Ri]

Euronews are calling the Palacio Real 'the Zarzuela Palace'

 

[ROYAL NORWAY]

Queen Sofia is a wonderful lady, i hope she continues with her official duties.

 

[lula]

Photos

The Coronation Of King Felipe VI And Queen Letizia Of Spain - Pictures - Zimbio

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060914 Inauguration Of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor and Princess Sofia - Images | jose gegundez | photographer

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