All 9 parts, explained
1. Green silk walls
The walls are covered with green silk, which gives the room its name.
Fun fact Many State Rooms are named after their colors: green, blue and white.
2. Portraits
Large paintings of kings and queens from long ago hang in golden frames around the room.
Fun fact These paintings belong to the Royal Collection, one of the biggest art collections in the world.
3. Chandelier
A crystal chandelier hangs from the high, decorated ceiling, catching the light from the windows.
Fun fact The glass ceiling above lets daylight into the room.
4. Cabinet
Under the paintings stand dark cabinets decorated with patterns of brass and shell set into the wood.
Fun fact Pictures made from pieces of wood, brass or shell set into furniture are called inlay.
5. Fresh flowers
Florists bring fresh flower arrangements into the State Rooms before visitors and events.
Fun fact Many of the flowers come from the palace gardens and royal estates.
6. Linen care
Behind the scenes, staff wash, iron, fold and mend tablecloths, napkins and sheets.
Fun fact Big tablecloths for banquets are ironed on long tables so they have no creases.
7. Evening preparation
In the evening, staff light the lamps, tidy the cushions and check every room before it is closed.
Fun fact Some palace rooms still have working fireplaces.
8. Picture Gallery
Through the middle doors, the long Picture Gallery stretches into the distance.
Fun fact The doors line up so you can see through several rooms at once.
9. Throne Room
On the other side of the room, doors open into the red and gold Throne Room.
Fun fact Guests of honor walk through this room on their way to ceremonies.
