Buckingham Palace Picture

Buckingham Palace Picture - view of front and main gates to the Buckingham Palace.

Buckingham Palace has been the official London residence of Britain's kings and queens since 1837.

Although used for many official events and receptions held by The Queen, areas of Buckingham Palace are opened to visitors on a regular basis.

The State Rooms of Buckingham Palace are open to visitors during the Annual Summer Opening in August and September.

The rooms are lavishly furnished with some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection with paintings by Rembrandt and Vermeer.

Buckingham Palace Picture - the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace includes horse guards.

Buckingham Palace Picture - a military band is part of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace.

Buckingham Palace Picture - close-up look at the guards.