The Royal wedding, what did we all think about it?

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By Victoria Chessum

OUR NATION is associated with the Royals. People from far and near flock to London to take a glimpse at Buckingham Palace, St James' Park, Westminster Abbey and other tourist attractions. But on April 29, Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot attracting a mass of global attention.

More than 34 million tuned in to watch the Royal wedding in the UK, and 22.8 million in the USA.  Some residents took to the streets of Canterbury and mingled with neighbours as they celebrated the most iconic wedding in Britain. Street parties were held in Ersham Road, Best Lane and Norman Road. It is said that Kent hosted the 'most official Royal Wedding street parties in Britain.'

Some went to see it for themselves, standing by the side of the procession route or gathering around a giant screen in Trafalgar Square. It was a day of happiness and romance, with a fairytale setting.

It's obvious however, that not everyone is interested in the Royals. In fact there were street parties held protesting to withdraw the Queen from the Monarchy. Some will argue that William and Kate's big day was funded by the tax payer. Here are what some residents thought of the big day:

"I think the Royal Wedding had great relevance to the South East, especially as the Archbishop of Canterbury took part in the service." Says mother of two, Louise Heydon.

"I personally have better things to do with my day than watch a ceremony on TV." Says Nathan Setterfield, a Canterbury student.

As the day proceeded, many uploaded their thoughts to Facebook, with most girls commenting on Kate's 'Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen' wedding dress.

Alyshia Parker, who lives just outside of Canterbury posted: "I want Kate's dress!"

Yasmine Sollie, who works in Canterbury posted: " I'm not into this Royal Wedding stuff, but I cannot wait to see Kate's dress."

Whilst some wanted to admire Kate's dress, others missed the whole thing.

Tom Badham posted: "Watching the highlights of the Royal Wedding to see what all of the fuss was about yesterday."

Whatever way you look at it, April 29 was a day to remember, not only was it showing the pride of Britain  but it is now an official bank-holiday, which means many of us get a day off to relax and reflect on that one special day.

Let us know what you thought of the special day by posting below.