It was an afternoon of delight (not to be confused with the popular song, ‘afternoon delight’) had by all last Saturday as five ex-pats and our lone male British counterpart visited the ‘Enchanted’ exhibit at Kensington palace before it closes in January.
I was thrilled to attend it again, this time with others to share in the beauty, and permitted to take photos provided no flash was involved. Above you will see: Dave (British), Oneika (Canadian), Emm (South African), Melissa (Canadian) and Lindsay (American) as we topped the stairwell leading to the royal palace.
This was a room occupied by princess Mary, who had several miscarriages and was married to a man who lived far away. All she wanted was a baby heir.
The kings stairs held the story of princess Katherine who wanted to marry for love but died in childbirth. The city was shrouded in black cloth for months after her death.
The next two photos show the gowns worn by Princess Margaret, sister of Queen Elizabeth, and a dress worn to the ballet by none other than Princess Diana. This is one of the most beautiful and eerie rooms.
Entry to the exhibit is 2 for 1 with the Days Out London coupons and two national rail tickets – that’s 12.50 per pair. Get thee to the palace!
Pretty pictures! I was hoping to get a post up this week too but that’s not going to happen. Maybe next week!
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