Charles III crowned King at UK's first coronation in 70 years

Xinhua | Updated: 2023-05-06 21:34
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Britain's King Charles III receives The St Edward's Crown during his coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey, London, Britain, May 6, 2023. [Photo/Agencies]

LONDON -- Charles III was on Saturday crowned monarch of the United Kingdom (UK) and 14 other Commonwealth realms in the UK's first coronation since 1953 at Westminster Abbey in central London.

The coronation service lasted about two hours and involved various stages, including recognition, oath, anointing, investiture and crowning, followed by enthronement and homage.

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