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Buckingham Palace - Guide
London - General Information
Today, Buckingham Palace is not only the weekday home of the Queen and Prince Philip but also the London residence of the Duke of York and the Earl and Countess of Wessex. The palace also houses the offices of the Royal Household and is the workplace of 450 people. The Forecourt of Buckingham Palace is used for Changing of the Guard, a major ceremony and tourist attraction (daily during the summer months; every other day during the winter). The furnishings, paintings, fittings and other artefacts, some by Fabergé, from Buckingham Palace are known collectively as the Royal Collection – owned by the nation, they can be viewed by the public. Thus, Buckingham Palace is a symbol and home of the British monarchy, an art gallery and tourist attraction. While the Queen is in residence, the Royal Standard flies over the palace. On special royal events, a large ceremonial Royal Standard is flown, several times larger than the normal Standard. At all other times, the Union Flag is flown.
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