Idyllically situated along the French Riviera on the Mediterranean Sea, Monaco is best known for its many casinos and high-profile visitors. Monaco is the name of both the city and the country, making it a small sovereign city-state. Since 1297, the Grimaldi family has ruled the tiny principality where Prince Albert became head of state upon his father’s death in 2005. People sometimes refer to the city as Monte Carlo, but that is only the quarter where the famous casino and luxurious resorts stand. Monaco is a small picturesque city located between mountain and sea, adorned with beautiful villas, lush gardens and luxurious hotels. For sports fans, this city is synonymous with the Grand Prix, and it has been the site for quite a few movies, including some from the James Bond franchise.
Monaco’s Highlights:
Le Grande Casino: Extraordinary luxury and spectacular beauty greet you at the casino’s entrance. Even if you are not a gambler, you will be amazed at the architecture and decor of both the inside and outer garden area.
The Opera de Monte-Carlo: This is an exact replica only smaller of the Paris Opera House. It is an architectural marvel to admire whether you are an opera connoisseur or not.
Oceanographic Museum: An elevator will take you up to a breath-taking location in this museum, overlooking the deep-blue waters of the Mediterranean. Besides the view and fresh air, you can enjoy the many different species of marine life in the museum.
Monaco Cathedral: Monaco is extremely small and everything is within walking distance. You can walk along beautiful cliff-side gardens in the Avenue Saint-Martin to reach this stunning cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married.
Cote d’Azur: Better known as the French Riviera, this magnificent coastline stretches through Monaco. It is a favorite resort area for holiday makers all year round, and yachting is a standard pastime along with sunbathing and people watching.
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