Palace bows down to Duchess Sophie's nobility as she wins hearts

King Charles may have several illuminating jewels to his crown, but one that he proudly showcases always charms the world is called Duchess Sophie.

The Duchess of Edinburgh spellbound her fans as she posed with Paddington Bear after holding a key meeting with Peruvian President, looking elegant in a floral monochrome dress.

The Palace honoured Sophie as she continues to project the positive image of the royal family during her engagements in the country and abroad alike.

On Saturday, November 15, King Charles' office shared delightful update on the Duchess of Edinburgh, who's been in Peru this week.

Sharing the stunning photos of the Duchess of her meeting with Peru's President Jose Jeri, the Palace wrote: 'During her first visit to the country, The Duchess joined celebrations for over 200 years of UK-Peru relations and attended engagements on themes including environmental protection and women’s empowerment.'

The royal family shared update on the tour

-- In Iquitos, HRH visited Indigenous Women’s Rights Defenders, hearing firsthand about the role they play in territorial governance, tackling environmental crime and climate change.

-- In Pacaya Samiria Nature Reserve, HRH visited the ‘20 de Enero’ community, where she met local school children, spoke to female artisans about their crafts, and learnt from those who skilfully climb the ‘aguaje’ palm trees to collect its fruits.

-- The Duchess saw more of the biodiversity of the Peruvian Amazon by joining the release of taricayas (yellow-spotted Amazon River turtle hatchlings) on a nature walk.

-- In Iquitos, HRH visited Divino Niño Jesus Vision Centre, which runs social eye care programmes in southern Lima and the Amazon, focusing on underserved communities, and delivering nearly 30,000 cataract surgeries in its 20 years of operation.

During the first day of her visit to Peru, the 60-year-old met with women from the indigenous Awajun, Shipibo-Konibo, and Kukama-Kukamiria tribes, who have played a role in defending women's rights.

She highlighted how women have taken on leadership roles, contributing to territorial governance and tackling climate change.

As part of her 10-day visit to South and Central America, Sophie will meet several officials and leaders.