The Prince of Wales was more than happy to give traditional dancing a whirl as he visited the coastal town of Campeche in Mexico.
Prince Charles, in a beige suit, twirled a handkerchief above his head as he took part in the dance, known locally as a Sarao Campechano.
His footwork earned the praise of dancer Carlos Javier Zamorano, 20, who said: “Even though he doesn’t know the steps his dancing was really good — he tried, that’s the most important thing.
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“For me I’m surprised he did it. If he had more time to practice he would be be very good.”
Charles laughed as he performed the movements and looked a little relieved when the dance finally came to an end.
Earlier in the day he compared himself to one of Mexico’s ancient monuments as he posed for a picture, joking “one old ruin in front of another”.
