King Felipe and Queen Letizia have been busy with international matters in recent weeks.
Last week, they welcomed Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa for a state visit. Leaders of the neighboring countries keep extremely close ties.
Their Majesties hosted a welcoming ceremony at the Royal Palace in Madrid and attended a reception at El Pardo Palace just outside the city.
Other stops for de Sousa included the Reina Sofia Museum and the University of Salamanca.
Tiara debut
During a dinner at the Madrid Royal Palace for the Portuguese president, Queen Letizia wore the family’s Cartier tiara for the first time ever.
Queen Sofia has often word the headpiece, but Queen Letizia has generally favored the smaller tiaras in the collection.
Saudi Visit
Earlier this month, the King and Queen welcomed the Saudi crown prince for a less formal gathering at the Madrid Royal Palace and Zarzuela Palace.
King Juan Carlos was recently vacationing in Saudi Arabia. where he keeps close touch with its royals.
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