100 Pounds of the United Kingdom 2015 Ag BU - Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace, located in London’s Westminster district, is the official residence of the British monarch and a major symbol of the monarchy. Originally built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham, it became the main royal residence under Queen Victoria in the 19th century. The palace, designed in a neoclassical style, has 775 rooms, including royal apartments, offices, and reception halls, and is surrounded by extensive gardens. Famous for the Changing of the Guard, it hosts numerous official ceremonies, receptions, and state events, making it both a working royal residence and an iconic tourist attraction.