Overview

• King Charles became the first British monarch to address a joint session of the Italian Parliament, emphasizing shared values and cooperation between the UK and Italy.
• The royal couple privately met Pope Francis at the Vatican during his recovery, exchanging gifts and mutual well-wishes on their anniversary.
• Their visit included a state banquet hosted by Italian President Sergio Mattarella, where King Charles highlighted enduring UK-Italy ties in a lighthearted toast.
• Queen Camilla paid tribute to their wedding day by rewearing her redesigned wedding outfit for key engagements, including the parliamentary address.
• The tour concludes with cultural engagements in Ravenna, including visits to Dante’s tomb and the Byron Museum, celebrating literary and historical connections.