Monarchy of Spain
The monarchy of Spain (Spanish: Monarquía Española) is the constitutional form of government of Spain by which a hereditary monarch reigns as the head of state, being the highest office of the country. Since 19 June 2014, the monarch is King Felipe VI, who ascended the throne on the abdication of his father, King Juan Carlos I. The Spanish monarchy is constitutionally referred to as The Crown (Spanish: La Corona), and it comprises the reigning monarch, the royal family and the institutions whose purpose is to assist them in their public responsibilities, namely, the Royal Household and Patrimonio Nacional.