New Netherlands king takes over
Willem-Alexander becomes king of the Netherlands as his mother Beatrix abdicates.
Amsterdam prepares for the crowning of a new King
The city of Amsterdam is preparing for the swearing in of a new King today, as Queen Beatrix will officially abdicate from the throne.
Yesterday the Queen thanked the Dutch people in a final address before her abdication and urged them to support her son, Crown Prince Willem-Alexander.
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Thousands in streets to celebrate new King of Holland
Colourful celebrations have taken over the streets of Amsterdam as Queen Beatrix abdicated after 33 years.
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The monarchies of Europe
As Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands ends her 33-year reign and abdicates in favour of her son a look at the monarchies of Europe.