Lady of Spain: the 18th duchess of Alba, the most titled woman in Europe (if not the world), opens her masterpiece-filled Madrid palace for a rare visit.(life of the duchess of Alba)

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It would take most of this page to list all the titles that are the birthright of Maria del Rosario Cayetana Fitz-James Smart Silvia y Falco. The 18th Duchess of Alba, she is also High Constable of Navarre (granted to her ancestors in 1424), Marchioness of Moya and Countess of Modica, among her 47 titles, 18 of which carry "the dignity of Grandee of Spain." Most of these ancient titles entail some arcane privilege. She alone, it is said, can ride into the immense Seville Cathedral on horseback. She does not have to kneel before the Pope. Since the Duchess is a descendant of James ...

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