Christians celebrated 60 years since the coronation of the Queen with special services and prayers today.
Belfast Cathedral was among those holding special services.
Dean John
Mann said: "This magnificent and symbolic event in 1953 is one that
remains in the minds of many people – sometimes for the simple reason
that they bought their first television set in order to watch it; or the
whole street gathered in the living room of a neighbour who had managed
to afford one.
"It was a different world, a world that has changed rapidly. I hope
that in bringing to mind this historic day in celebration in St Anne's
on Sunday, that those recalling it with affection in Belfast may be in
joyful mood and uplifted in heart and soul."
Christians were also due to gather for a service of thanksgiving and prayer outside Buckingham Palace today.
The Queen was expected to take part in a service with members of the royal family at Windsor Castle.
On Tuesday, she will attend a service at Westminster Abbey.
The
service will be joined by 2,000 guests. The Archbishop of Cameron will
preach, while Prime Minister David Cameron will give a reading.
Celebrations of the coronation are low key after her Diamond Jubilee
was marked with spectacular festivities and community events across the
nation last year.
A four-day Coronation Festival has been planned for later in the summer.
It will be held in the gardens of Buckingham Palace.