The U.K.'s largest military ceremony for a visiting foreign leader in living memory brought out the full weight of Britain’s ceremonial traditions to welcome the American president.

WINDSOR, England (AP) — President Donald Trump relished the glow of a British royal spectacle as he opened a two-day state visit Wednesday, calling the hours of pageantry with King Charles III “one of the highest honors of my life” while also making time for a quiet tribute at Queen Elizabeth II’s tomb.

Melania Trump and Kate Middleton both wore eye-catching dresses for a state banquet at Windsor Castle, though the first lady chose a bolder color.

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Hundreds of Windsor Castle staff prepare for Trump's presidential visit, featuring military honor guards, brass bands and a formal dinner with royal traditions.

Windsor Castle often hosts world leaders on state visits, including President Donald Trump, who is making his second state visit to the UK.

Trump gave the speech at a banquet concluding the first day of his — along with First Lady Melania Trump's — official state visit to the UK. The banquet, which had around 160 people in attendance, The Independent reported, took place at St. George's Hall in Windsor Castle.