The first ever State visit by an Irish President to Britain has been called historic and encouraging. President Michael D. Higgins is well into his visit, having already met Prince Charles and Queen Elizabeth II.

But they say a picture paints a thousand words...

The President leaves Áras an Uachtaráin with full military honours 

He arrives in London & is greeted by the Irish ambassador to the UK, Dan Mulhall

President Higgins & his wife Sabina met Prince Charles

Sabina Higgins & the Duchess of Cornwall share a lighter moment en-route to Windsor Castle

The President, the Queen & their spouses on the grounds at Windsor Castle

The President and the Queen's husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, inspect a Guard of Honour

The Queen & President view Irish items from the Royal Collection in the Green Room at Windsor Castle

The President has addressed the UK Houses of Parliament, praising Anglo-Irish relations

Read his full speech here 

The Tricolour flies alongside the Union Jack near Windsor Castle