On Wednesday, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia made an official visit to Guadalupe, in the province of Cáceres, as part of the celebrations marking the 10th anniversary of the King’s proclamation.
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During their visit, the King and Queen were welcomed at the Guadalupe Town Hall, where the mayor, José Miguel Martín, presented the King with the town’s ceremonial staff. Both royals signed the town’s guest book and greeted residents from the balcony, receiving a warm welcome from the locals.
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Afterwards, they visited the Fray Sebastián García Day Centre and Residence for the Elderly. The King and Queen spent time with the residents and staff, demonstrating their ongoing commitment to social care and community engagement.
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The highlight of the trip was a visit to the Royal Monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. Originally built as a small chapel in the late 13th century and expanded in the 14th century, the monastery has been the site of historic moments — including the audience where the Catholic Monarchs offered Christopher Columbus the ships for his voyage to the New World.
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The visit highlighted the Spanish Crown’s dedication to maintaining close ties with communities and celebrating the nation’s rich historical and cultural heritage.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
DRESS: NEW! Yolanda Guillen 'Lirio' Dress in Beige (€53.95).
HANDBAG: Adolfo Dominguez Fold Over Clutch in Blue (repeat).
SHOES: NEW! Calzados Picon 'Oviedo' Wedges in White.
EARRINGS: TOUS blue hydrothermal quartz and amber earrings (repeat).
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