St James's Palace, Royal palace in Westminster, England
St James's Palace features red brick Tudor architecture with multiple courtyards, state rooms, and ceremonial spaces spread across its central London grounds.
Henry VIII ordered the construction of the palace between 1531 and 1536 on the site of a former hospital dedicated to Saint James the Less.
The palace maintains its role as the ceremonial court of the British monarchy, where foreign ambassadors present their credentials to the Crown.
The palace remains closed to public visits as it functions as an active royal residence and administrative center for the British royal family.
The Proclamation Gallery at St James's Palace serves as the location where new monarchs are formally announced to the nation.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1536
Official opening: 1536
Architectural style: Brick Gothic
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Website: https://royal.uk/royal-residences-st-jamess-palace
GPS coordinates: 51.50472,-0.13778
Latest update: May 30, 2025 12:23
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