Best photos of October 19: Sydney's royal welcome to China's giant baby sculpture

The National picks the most striking images from around the world

People view images of Britain's King Charles during previous visits to Australia projected onto Sydney Opera House, as he and Queen Camilla arrive for their current visit, in Sydney, Australia, October 18, 2024. REUTERS / Toby Melville

Women prepare to model creations by a local designer at a Chola fashion show, promoting the Andean style and beauty of Aymara women, in La Paz, Bolivia. AP

A crowd gathers for Tomorrowland's Our Story show, in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Electronic dance music festival Tomorrowland is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a show at the Amsterdam Dance Event. EPA

People clash with police during a protest marking the fifth anniversary of the 2019 demonstrations against social inequality in Santiago, Chile. EPA

Workers sort kans grass, a seasonal plant mainly used in traditional crafts and ceremonies, collected along the banks of the River Yamuna in New Delhi. AFP

A parade reenacting a visit by King Yeongjo, the 21st king of the Joseon dynasty, to the Uireung Royal Tomb takes place in northern Seoul, South Korea. EPA

Catholics attend the procession of Senor de Los Milagros (Lord of Miracles), Peru's most revered Catholic icon in Lima. Reuters

Visitors head towards a statue at the Son of Earth Sculpture Park in Jiuquan, Gansu Province, China. Bloomberg