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    UK Royals to open Balmoral Castle to public. What can you see inside it? Details here

    Synopsis

    Balmoral Castle welcomes visitors to explore its rooms and grounds, including the library, drawing room, and dining areas. With a history dating back to the 1850s, it's a cherished royal retreat with cultural and social significance.

    UK Royals to open Balmoral Castle to public. What can you see inside it? Details here
    Balmoral Castle
    Aberdeenshire's Balmoral Castle is a historic estate that is open to the public until August 11 and offers guided tours of many of its rooms and grounds. The page's lobby, library, drawing room, main and family dining rooms, red corridor, and entry hall are all open for exploration by visitors, as per the reports of 'Express'.

    Royal residence since the 1850s

    Balmoral has been a popular vacation destination for years, having been first bought by Prince Albert in 1852 and then later owned by the royal family. Since taking the throne in 2022, King Charles has made several improvements to the castle, such as replacing the carpets in the drawing room with the original Hunting Stewart tartan that Queen Victoria had used.

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    Tour guides and historical importance

    Beyond the ballroom, visitors can now explore areas like the library, which was formerly Queen Victoria's dining area and used to be the King's his study. Dignitaries from all over the world have visited the castle's library, demonstrating its historical and diplomatic significance, as reported by Express.

    In the entrance hall is a bronze statue of Malcolm of Canmore, a Scottish king who lived in the eleventh century, surrounded by twenty-two stuffed stag heads. Queen Victoria's influence can be seen all around the castle, including a large bust of the queen.

    Cultural and social events

    The Royal Family has hosted Ghillies' balls at Balmoral Castle, among other royal meetings and occasions. These gatherings emphasize the castle's function as a social hub in addition to a private residence.

    Visitor experience and community access

    The manager of the visitor enterprise, James Hamilton Goddard, highlights Balmoral's cozy atmosphere and extends an invitation to the public to visit the royal family's vacation residence. King Charles is eager for people to understand the history of the castle and its importance to Aberdeenshire's cultural heritage.

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    FAQs:

    What rooms can visitors explore at Balmoral Castle?
    Visitors can explore the page's lobby, library, drawing room, main and family dining rooms, red corridor, and entrance hall during guided tours.

    What historical significance does Balmoral Castle have?
    It has been a royal vacation spot since the 1850s, and now King Charles has restored parts of the castle, like the original tartan in the drawing room.


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