Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8, 2022 at the age of 96 after 70 years on the throne. Her eldest son Charles then succeeded her.

For the coronation of Charles III. Numerous high-ranking guests are expected, including France’s Head of State Emmanuel Macron, the Japanese Crown Prince Fumihito and his wife Kiko, and Prince Albert II of Monaco. US President Joe Biden is represented by his wife Jill Biden.

The coronation ceremony is said to last only about an hour, but the coronation festivities last three days. These include a star-studded pop concert and massive luncheons nationwide.