King Felipe VI's Virtual Prado Museum Visit Celebrates Social Media Milestone

King Felipe VI Celebrates Milestone Broadcast with Virtual Visit to Prado Museum Madrid, Spain – King Felipe VI of Spain made a surprise virtual appearance at Madrid’s Prado Museum today, marking the 1,000th live broadcast of the Casa Real Instagram account. Standing before a reproduction of Diego Velázquez’s masterpiece, Las Meninas, the King addressed the channel's over 800,000 followers. "We are steadily approaching the one million follower mark," stated the King, expressing his gratitude for the channel's growing audience. His brief address focused on the significance of Las Meninas, not only as a celebrated work of art but also as a symbol of Spanish history and culture. The virtual appearance was a unique event, offering a rare glimpse into the King's engagement with social media and his appreciation for Spanish artistic heritage. The event underscored the continued relevance of traditional art forms in the digital age. The King's participation in this digital celebration demonstrates the royal family's efforts to connect with the public in new and innovative ways.