Thousands have gathered to watch Spain’s Crown Prince become King Felipe VI.
The new King, 46, was joined by his wife – the new Queen Letizia and their daughters, Princess Leonor and Princess Sofia, who watched him swore an oath at a ceremony in Parliament.
King Felipe VI received the royal sash from his father, Juan Carlos, 76, at the Zarzuela Palace near Madrid. Juan Carlos formally abdicated the throne on Wednesday.
Like the Duchess of Cambridge, Queen Letizia has been embraced by the public because of her commoner roots. She previously worked as a journalist before taking on royal duties.
Together with Queen Letizia, monarchists are hoping King Felipe VI will bring forth a new era for the Spanish royal family. He called for “a new Spain that we will build together”.
King Felipe VI of Spain and Queen Letizia of Spain pose with daughters Princess Sofia and Princess Leonor.
Looking every inch the King.
The new King and Queen of Spain.
King Felipe VI waves to crowds of on the balcony of the Royal Palace during the King’s official coronation ceremony.
The royal couple attend a reception at the Royal Palace after the King’s official coronation.
Spain’s King Felipe VI speaks at the Congress of Deputies, Spain’s lower House in Madrid.
The new King of Spain Felipe is kissed by his father the old King Juan Carlos.
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Thousands gather at the Royal Palace during the King’s official coronation ceremony.
King Felipe VI of Spain and Queen Letizia of Spain with daughters Princess Leonor and Princess Sofia.
The royal couple share a kiss at the Congress of Deputies.
The new King waves to the crowds.
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