Buckingham Palace has been the official London Residence of the British Kings and Queens since the reign of Queen Victoria in 1837. The changing of the guard, one of the world most famous ceremonies, takes place at 11.30am daily from April to July, and on alternate days the rest of the year. It is necessary to arrive early to get a good viewing point at the grids.
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