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On Sunday 21 July 2024, a splendid National Day took place in Belgium. In Brussels, the capital of Belgium, most of the events happened.The weather was great and there was an amazing atmosphere. History The National day marks the taking of the oath of King Leopold I of Belgium on his arrival in 1831 in Brussels. Events The National Day in Brussels started early with a Te Deum in the St. Michael and the St. Gudula Kathedral. King Philippe, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians and their children, Crown Princess Elisabeth, Prince Gabriel, Prince Emmanuel and Princess Eléonore were present. After the mass they took time to meet and greet the public. As always Bjorn Hoex was present where he made some lovely pictures of the Royals. In the afternoon a défilé took place in front of the Royal Palace in Brussels. This was viewed by, King Philippe of the Belgians, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians, Crown Princess Elisabeth, Prince Gabriel, Prince Emmanuel and Princess Eléonore. Princess Astrid, Prince Lo...

Monaco Princely Palace- own picture taken in 2013 During the reign of Prince Albert II of Monaco, November 19th. was declared as the National Day of Monaco. Prince Albert of Monaco and Princess Charlene The National Day, also called the Sovereign Prince's Day traditionally is determined by the ruling prince. The previous rulers often chose their name day as the National Day. It was Prince Rainier III, who chose 19 November as the National Day. Prince Albert II wanted to continue the celebrations on this day. Monaco Princely Palace - own picture taken in 2013 Of course the main celebrations take place in front of the Princely Palace in Monaco (see pictures). However there also will be a mass in the St. Nicolas Cathedral. St. Nicolas Cathedral In the evening before the National Day of Monaco there are huge fireworks in the harbor of Monaco. One of Monaco's Harbors - taken in 2013 Happy National Day Monaco!