El Palacio Real

El Palacio Real (The Royal Palace) is a beautiful palace in Madrid. Construction began in 1734, and it is an absolutely stunning building. Technically it's the official residence of the royal family, but they don't actually live there. The palace is more so used for royal events, most recently for the abdication (giving up of the throne) by King Juan Carlos V, and the coronation of the new king, Felipe VI, and his wife, Queen Letizia. 

Check out my photos below, as well as some photos from the recent coronation of the new King and Queen!

Plaza de Oriente in front of the palace 

I snuck a photo of the Royal Throne!! (shhhh!!!)

Photos from the news: The royals checking out their new throne

The royal family on the balcony overlooking the Plaza de Oriente

For more information on the beautiful Palacio Real, check out their site: The Royal Palace

Photo credits: all images from Google