Ceremonies Collection

1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games at Cardiff Arms Park. July 1958

Floating Sky Lanterns during Loy Krathong, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Yee Peng Sansai Floating Lantern Ceremony, part of the Loy Kratong celebrations in homage to Lord Buddha at Maejo, Chiang Mai, Thailand

The Coronation Regalia of Britain
The various pieces of regalia used during the Coronation ceremonies of British Kings and Queens. 1. St. Edwards Crown, 2. The Imperial State Crown, 3. Prince of Wales coronet, 4

Map of the Coronation ritual within Westminster Abbey
A panoramic view inside Westminster Abbey to show the position, movements and sequence of ceremonies (indicated by numbers) of the Coronation ceremony of King George VI. Date: 1937

Second degree masonic tracing board, 1819 (oil on wood)
3057576 Second degree masonic tracing board, 1819 (oil on wood) by Bowring, Josiah (1757-1832); Library and Museum of Freemasonry, London, UK; eMuseum of Freemasonry; British, out of copyright

Womens international football match at Plough Lane, Wimbledon, London. England 2 v France 0. England captain Sheila Parker (right)

Queen Elizabeth II is crowned
The moment during the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II where the Archbishop of Canterbury places St Edwards crown on the Queens head. Date: 1953

Young boy and girl kissing underneath the mistletoe at Christmas time 1956 love couple romance romantic for valentines day be my valentine

Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, 1953
General view of the State Procession down the Nave led by H. M. The Queen, flanked by her Maids of Honour after the Coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey on June 2nd 1953. 1953

Pouring coffee during a coffee ceremony, Ethiopia, Africa

Pancake Race
1927: A pancake race at Olney, an old English custom in the village. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Cover of programme for the visit of HM King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra to Sheffield to open the University of
Original at Sheffield Local Studies PAMP 322 SQ

India, Kerala, row of elephants decorated with golden headdress and umbrella for the Pooram Festival, low angle side view

Initiation of a freemason
The initiation ceremony of a freemason (central detail); watercolour in the Musee du Grand Orient de France de la Franc-Maconnerie Europeene. Date: 19th Century

Sky lanterns at the Yee Peng Sansai, Loy Krathong, Floating Lantern Ceremony, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Yee Peng Sansai Floating Lantern Ceremony, part of the Loy Kratong celebrations in homage to Lord Buddha at Maejo, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Sky Lanterns at Yee Peng Loy Krathong, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Yee Peng Sansai Floating Lantern Ceremony, part of the Loy Kratong celebrations in homage to Lord Buddha at Maejo, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Garter ceremony, St. Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Cenotaph Ceremony
November 1920: King George V presses button unveiling the cenotaph in Whitehall a gun carriage holds body of The Unknown Soldier to be buried in Westminster Abbey

Sky Lanterns at Yee Peng Sansai, Loy Krathong, Floating Lantern Ceremony, Mae Jo, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Yee Peng Sansai Floating Lantern Ceremony, part of the Loy Kratong celebrations in homage to Lord Buddha at Maejo, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Yee Peng Sansai, Loy Krathong, Floating Lantern Ceremony, Mae Jo, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Khom Loy Lanterns at the Yee Peng Sansai Floating Lantern Ceremony, part of the Loy Kratong celebrations in homage to Lord Buddha at Maejo, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Welcoming ceremony performed by descendants of the Tuhourangi/Ngati Wahiao tribe, Te Puia Maori Village, Te Puia Wakarewarewa Geothermal Village, Rotorua, Taupo Volcanic Zone, North Island

Druids lunar ceremony

Fukuoka Sumo competition, Kyushu Basho, Fukuoka city, Kyushu, Japan, Asia

Druids at Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Queen Elizabeth II during the Maundy Money Ceremony at Carlisle Cathedral - The Queen distributes the Maundy Money. 23rd March 1978

Sky lanterns at the Yee Peng Sansai, Loy Krathong, Floating Lantern Ceremony, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Yee Peng Sansai Floating Lantern Ceremony, part of the Loy Kratong celebrations in homage to Lord Buddha at Maejo, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Menin Gate memorial, Ypres 1927
The Menin Gate memorial at Ypres, dedicated to the British and Commonwealth soldiers killed in the Ypres Salient of World War One and whose graves are unknown

South Africa (XIX). Zulu Kingdom (1883). Restoration Cettewayo, king of the Zulus. Cetewayo attends the ceremony indaba conference to meet the Induna (Zulu and Xhosa leaders)

Queens Guards, London, England, UK

Back View Of Car With Just Married Sign
UNITED STATES - Circa 1930s: Back View Of Car With Just Married Sign. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Sky Lanterns at Yee Peng Sansai, Loy Krathong, Floating Lantern Ceremony, Mae Jo, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Khom Loy Lanterns at the Yee Peng Sansai Floating Lantern Ceremony, part of the Loy Kratong celebrations in homage to Lord Buddha at Maejo, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Town Criers - Town Crier Championships Llandovery. Graeme Smith, Town Crier for Llandovery practising his cry. 29th April 1995

Marriage of Duke of York and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon 1923
Marriage of Duke of York (later George VI) and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon at Westminster Abbey, London. Archbishop of Canterbury performing the ceremony the King and Queen standing behind

Queen Elizabeth II - The Trooping of the Colour Ceremony, which marks The Queens Official Birthday. (Picture) Queen alongside Prince Philip on horseback (Centre) through The Mall Central London

World Cup Closing Ceremony at the Olympic Stadium in Munich, West Germany. 7th July 1974

Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II by Bryan de Grineau
Spectacular illustration by ILN special artist, Bryan de Grineau, showing the supreme moment of the Coronation ceremony of Queen Elizabeth II in Westminster Abbey when the Archbishop of Canterbury

Traditional Thai marriage, Bangkok area, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Tea ceremony by a Maiko (trainee geisha), Kyoto, Honshu Island, Japan, Asia

Rosh Hashanah, Paris
Celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year (first new moon after the autumn equinox) in a Paris synagogue

The Coldstream Guards (colour litho)
3095831 The Coldstream Guards (colour litho) by Payne, Henry A. (Harry) (1868-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coldstream Guards. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Opening Day, The Orators, Centennial International Exhibition of 1876
2920747 Opening Day, The Orators, Centennial International Exhibition of 1876, Philadelphia (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Costume Box
1926: Guests at the Chelsea Arts Ball, London, having a fancy dress party in their box. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Opening ceremony by Queen Victoria, Great Exhibition 1851
25, 000 grangers and dignitaries with season tickets attending the grand opening by Queen Victoria on the 1st of May 1851 of the temporary glass structure, The Great Exhibition, Hyde Park, London

Evzones guards in front of Greek Parliament building, Syntagma square, Athens, Greece, Europe

Tibetans dressed for religious shamans ceremony, Tongren, Qinghai Province, China, Asia

Vauxhall Gardens / 1833
C. H. Simpson, Master of Ceremonies, venerated with an illuminated likeness at Vauxhall Gardens

Barry John, (a Welsh rugby union fly-half) and Janet Talfan Davies on their wedding day, 28th September 1969

Alan Hughes Master Of Ceremonies World Snooker Champs The Crucible Theatre, Sheffield 19 April 2004 Date: 19 April 2004

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"Celebrating the Splendor: A Glimpse into Captivating Ceremonies Around the World" Witnessing Loy Krathong in Chiang Mai, Thailand - a mesmerizing spectacle of Floating Sky Lanterns illuminating the night sky during this enchanting ceremony. Reflecting on History: The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, an iconic moment captured forever in time. Delving into Tradition: Unveiling the intricate Map of the Coronation ritual within Westminster Abbey, showcasing centuries-old customs and rituals. The Majestic Regalia: Exploring Britain's Coronation Regalia, a dazzling display of crowns, scepters, and other symbols of royal power and authority. Paying Tribute: Honoring fallen heroes at the Cenotaph Ceremony – a solemn occasion to remember those who made ultimate sacrifices for their countries. Secrets Unveiled: Peering into the Initiation Rituals of Freemasonry that have intrigued generations with their mysterious traditions and symbolism. Crowning Glory: Reliving the historic moment when Queen Elizabeth II ascended to her throne amidst grandeur and pageantry. Breaking Barriers: Celebrating Women's International Football Match at Plough Lane, Wimbledon – a testament to gender equality in sports through fierce competition and skillful play. Love Beneath Mistletoe Magic: Capturing an endearing snapshot from Christmas 1956 as a young boy steals a kiss under mistletoe – spreading joy and love during festive times. Savoring Ethiopian Culture: Partaking in an ancient Coffee Ceremony where rich aromas fill the air while coffee is brewed meticulously – symbolizing hospitality and community bonding in Ethiopia. Racing for Pancakes. Joining participants as they dash through streets flipping pancakes high above frying pans during exhilarating Pancake Races – an age-old tradition that brings laughter and excitement. A Royal Inauguration.