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- Part of the complex that makes up the palace includes the Buckingham Palace State Rooms, which are used for ceremonial purposes.
- The State Rooms of Buckingham Palace, open to the public during the summer, provide an intimate glimpse into the grandeur and history of the British monarchy.
- Buckingham Palace is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch that is also used as a venue for Royal Ceremonies, State Visits and Investitures.
- Originally known as Buckingham House, the building at the heart of today's palace used to be a grand London townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703.
- Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence for Britain’s sovereigns since 1837 when Queen Victoria ascended to the throne.
- Originally known as Buckingham House, the building forming the core of today's palace was a large townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703.
- During a visit to Buckingham Palace, visitors can see the 19 magnificent State Rooms, which provide the setting for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining.
- There are 19 State rooms at Buckingham Palace and these rooms are where the Queen and the Royal family meet and greet their official visitors.
- The house which forms the architectural core of the palace was built for the first Duke of Buckingham and Normanby in 1703 to the design of William Winde.