Buckingham Palace: historic building in the heart of London, official residence of the British monarch

#LondonAttractions Buckingham Palace is located in the heart of London, England. It is the official residence of the British monarch. This magnificent building is not only the venue for royal ceremonies and state events, but also the home of members of the British royal family. The palace was built in 1703 and was originally used as a town residence for the Duke. When Queen Victoria ascended the throne in 1837, Buckingham Palace became the official residence of the British monarch. The palace has 775 rooms, including 19 state rooms, 52 royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices and 78 bathrooms. A changing of guard ceremony is held every morning in the square in front of Buckingham Palace, attracting tourists from all over the world. The palace's back garden is one of the largest private gardens in London and is often used for official parties and state banquets. In the summer, Buckingham Palace is open to the public. Visitors can visit its luxurious state banqueting hall, gallery and part of the palace interior and witness the splendor of this building that symbolizes British history and culture.