CNN —For many in Denmark, Queen Margrethe II is the only monarch they’ve ever known.
But on Sunday, a new era will get underway when she hands over to her son, Crown Prince Frederik.
This means that she will be able to perform duties as head of state when both King Frederik or Crown Prince Christian are not able, such as if they were overseas.
King Frederik X will rule alongside his Australian-born and hugely popular wife, Queen Mary – which will undoubtedly delight her proud admirers back home.
“The story of Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary of Denmark is one Australians have followed closely and hold dear to their hearts,” he said in a statement on Saturday.
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