Tuesday, June 05, 2012

Queen's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations

Admirality Arch Entrance
The Mall creator and guard
Iconic representations in the foyer


The Mall looking from Admirality Arch to Buckingham Palace
The Queen and royal subjects
Looking down The Mall from Buckingham Palace to the Admirality Arch entrance
The subjects arrive



 The day dawned. Mild, slightly cloudy and a moderate 29 degrees. As loyal subjects we were filled with enthusiasm and jubilation to be celebrating the Queen’s great day in our corner of the world. The Mall looked glistening and very regal as the citizens emerged through Admiralty Arch, past a Queen’s guard, and other representatives from the local population, to begin their walk towards Buckingham Palace. The Queen was on hand, at the top end of The Mall to greet her subjects and to welcome them to London and the Palace. The parents were also on hand to photograph their children beside the many iconic representations of Britain that were set up in the foyer. The loyal subjects were dressed in British colours, many wearing crowns, and many bowing and curtseying as they passed her majesty. Currently the royal subjects are participating in various British activities including making pearl necklaces, making and drinking tea, coin rubbing etc. As the day progresses we will outline the next phase of the celebrations and include those patriotic photographs, so be sure to tune in. This is Jocelyn MacKay, creator of  The Mall, signing out from Ho Chi Minh City.

Queen's Guard outside the Palace


The crowds are gathering as the regal subjects arrive.
A mixing of the traditions and nationalities. 2 guards



Taken outside my room. Horse Gurad Parade.

2 comments:

Marg said...

And a great time was had by all! Congratulations Mall and Guard maker.

ianmac said...

Delusions of Grandeur of just Great Fun Had by All?
Rule Britannia, Britannia Rules the waves.....