King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William and Prince Edward have posed for a new portrait to commemorate a special occasion in Scotland.
The royals are visiting Edinburgh to celebrate Holyrood Week – a celebration of Scottish culture, achievements, and important individuals who have contributed to their communities.
The four posed for an official photo following the Order of the Thistle Service at St Giles’ Cathedral in the Scottish capital today as the city celebrates its 900th anniversary.
In the photo, the four posed together matching in the traditional garb, which consists of green velvet robes and a black and white plumed hat.
Charles and Camilla stand in the centre, whilst William and Edward stand either side of the King and Queen.
The Royal Family shared the portrait on Instagram, with the caption: “The King and Queen with The Prince of Wales (known as The Duke of Rothesay when in Scotland) and The Duke of Edinburgh following the Thistle Service at St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh today.”
During the private ceremony, Camilla and Edward were appointed to the Order, which is the greatest order of chivalry in Scotland. It recognises those who have greatly contributed to Scottish life.
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh also attended, however there was no sight of Princess Kate, as she is undergoing treatment for cancer.
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The Duke of Edinburgh, Queen Camilla, King Charles III and the Prince of Wales attend the Order of the Thistle ServicePAFollowing the ceremony, Camilla and Edward were also appointed as Royal Knights of the Order.
Alongside the royals appointed to the Order, forensic anthropologist Baroness Sue Black, distinguished lawyer Baroness Helena Kennedy and human rights activist Sir Geoff Palmer, were all added.
There are 16 knights and ladies in the order from industries such as medicine, law, politics, business and academia.
The royals arrived in the Scottish capital yesterday to conduct engagements as part of Holyrood Week, in a shortened version of the usual week-long celebrations.
King Charles has travelled up to Scotland for Holyrood WeekPA
This year, the celebrations have been cut short due to the General Election, and will end on July 3.
Their packed itinerary included a Ceremony of the Keys, a guard of honour inspection, and a traditional garden party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Other events “which may appear to divert attention or distract from the election campaign” have been postponed during the two-day trip.
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