Visitors to the UK will be unable to avoid the sense of Royal mourning.

The world is in mourning as Elizabeth II dies peacefully at Balmoral.

The first visit of the young Queen in 1953 was a highpoint in New Zealand royalism.

The new King must find a way to steer the Crown through its most dangerous chapter.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says people across the UK are "shocked and stunned" at the passing of their longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Video / NZ Herald / AP

Elizabeth II was a safe pair of hands for the British monarchy in a turbulent era.

Here's where you can go to pay tribute to the late Queen.

Creator says "the show is a love letter to the Queen and I've nothing to add for now."

As news of the Queen's death was announced, rainbows appeared at Windsor and Buckingham.

Prince Harry was still on the plane at the time of the monarch's death.

Britain has gone through unimaginable change during Elizabeth's 70-year reign.

"Here is a woman who gave her life utterly to serve others," Ardern says.

Queen Elizabeth II has died aged 96. Confirmation has come from Buckingham Palace this morning. Her family were with her at the end. Video / NZ Herald

'This isn't really a moment for Meghan to be there.'

New Zealand will hold a memorial service and a proclamation ceremony in coming days.

Celebrities across the pond and beyond are heartbroken over the death of Queen Elizabeth.

What happens when the British monarch dies is planned years in advance.

Charles, at 73, is the oldest person to become monarch.

Queen's first visit to New Zealand was heralded with a harbourside artillery salute

A long life of duty has come to an end.

From her education to a knack for imitating others - 10 facts about an extraordinary life.

Queen Elizabeth II has died and her eldest son, Charles, is now the King

Prince Charles became king immediately upon her death but coronation may be months away.

In just over a minute, and without saying a word, Kate proved Meghan completely wrong.

Buckingham Palace said Queen Elizabeth II is under medical supervision as doctors are “concerned for Her Majesty’s health.” The announcement comes a day after the 96-year-old monarch cancelled a meeting of her Privy Council and was told to rest. Video / AP

Watch: A shy trio approach their new school, chosen to give them some 'normality'.

Meghan smiled for a selfie with Stephanie Heckl, editor of Bunte magazine, in Germany.