London’s Festive Mood: The Day Before the Coronation

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A sign at Admiralty Arch, The Mall, London, saying "Happy & Glorious"

Admiralty Arch, The Mall, London

The Mall, London, the day before the coronation — The Mall, London

The coronation of King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla of the United Kingdom is taking place on Saturday 6th May, 2023. Crowds have gathered around The Mall and Buckingham Palace to soak in the festive atmosphere. Various media outlets are in attendance, flags of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth are displayed throughout the vicinity and tents are dotted throughout as people sleep overnight to get the best views.

Tourists from the United States at The Mall the day before the coronation, holding signs saying "Long Live The King", "We're Back" and "From America with Love" — They’re back! Tourists from the US return after the Royal Wedding in 2011.

Supporters set up tents, gather in the best spots and dress up in costumes at The Mall, the day before the coronation — Tents and bunting at The Mall, London

Supporters set up tents, gather in the best spots and dress up in costumes at The Mall, the day before the coronation — And even more tents to get the best views

Supporters set up tents, gather in the best spots and dress up in costumes at The Mall, the day before the coronation — The Mall, London

The Mall, London, the day before the coronation — The Mall, London, looking towards Admiralty Arch

The Mall, London, the day before the coronation — The Mall, London, adjacent to St. James’s Park

Supporters set up tents, gather in the best spots and dress up in costumes at The Mall, the day before the coronation — Tents set up and decorations in progress…

Tourists and supporters walk around The Mall and Buckingham Palace, London, the day before the coronation — British & Commonwealth flags are displayed throughout The Mall, London

The Mall, London, the day before the coronation — Operation Golden Orb, the code name for the coronation, requires a large security deployment

The Mall, London, the day before the coronation — The Mall, London

Supporters set up tents, gather in the best spots and dress up in costumes at The Mall, the day before the coronation — Many supporters, tourists, media outlets and support staff make for a festive atmosphere

Supporters set up tents, gather in the best spots and dress up in costumes at The Mall, the day before the coronation — Sleeping overnight to get the best views, The Mall, London

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