The Caribbean island-nation of Barbados is now a republic after ending its ties with the British monarchy.
Sandra Mason has been sworn in as president, replacing Queen Elizabeth as head of state.
Al Jazeera's Lucia Newman was at the festivities in Bridgetown, Barbados.

- Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish/
- Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera/
- Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/

#Barbados #UK