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All You Need to Know About Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace was built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham and has been the official residence of the British monarch since 1837. Serving as the administrative center of the monarchy, this iconic palace hosts numerous official events and recep...

Founded On

1705

Founded By

John Nash, William Winde, Edward Blore, Aston Webb

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VISITORS PER YEAR

530000

NUMBER OF ENTRANCES

2

EXPECTED WAIT TIME - STANDARD

0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

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Did you know?

Buckingham Palace survived 9 German bombs during WWII.

The wine vaults, located beneath the West Wing, are the oldest part of the palace.

If a royal standard flag is flying over the palace, then the King is in the palace. However, if the Union Flag is, then he is elsewhere.

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