Princess Ariane christened on Saturday
Princess Ariane, the third daughter of crown prince Willem-Alexander and princess Máxima, was christened at the Klooster church in The Hague on Saturday.
The princess, who is fourth in line to the throne, was christened with water form the river Jordan.
The 6.5 month old princess wore robes made of Brussels lace, which were made for the christening of princess Wilhelmina in 1800, ANP said.
Some 850 guests attended, including Máxima’s parents and prime minister Jan Peter Balkenende.
Photos from De Telegraaf
Photos from NOS tv
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