Today, Princess Leonor, the eldest daughter of King Felipe and Queen Letizia, celebrates her eighteenth birthday. A special occasion does not go unnoticed in the Spanish capital, Madrid. Leonor’s parents also look on with great pride.
The Spaniards stood early all morning along the road in Madrid, where the birthday boy Leonor passed by this afternoon. They collectively wished her a happy birthday while singing. The crowd gathered in Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s central square. Next to Leonor and her family’s car, a number of members of the Spanish Royal Guard rode their horses.
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Princess Leonor, sitting next to her sister Sofia, waves to the crowd from the car.
The procession passes through the Spanish capital.
Christmas Princess Leonor shines in her white suit.
The Spanish royal family arrives to attend the celebrations.
And then… the swearing-in ceremony
After the royal procession through Madrid, Leonor arrives at the Spanish Parliament, which consists of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate. There she takes the oath to the Constitution (strictly according to tradition). Exciting moment for this birthday boy. Fortunately, her parents are supporting her this afternoon and her sister, Princess Sofia, is also present.
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Princess Leonor takes the oath.
Felipe and Letizia watch their eldest daughter take the oath.
Spanish Parliament.
A big kiss from proud father Felipe.
Leonor has a beautiful moment with her parents
In between all the celebrations, a beautiful moment arises between Leonor and her parents. In the photo, her mother, Queen Letizia, brushes aside her daughter’s hair strands so that they fall properly again. When the princess’s ponytail hangs over a hanging medallion, another intimate moment ensues. King Felipe also adjusts her tail and then looks at her proudly. See for yourself.
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Princess Leonor receives the medal.
King Felipe also styles her daughter’s hair.
King Felipe is clearly proud of his daughter.
King Felipe and Queen Letizia with their daughters Leonor and Sofía.
Father and daughter wear a chain on top of a Spanish civil order.
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