Grimaldi Dynasty

For thirty years from 1701 to 1731 following the death of Prince Louis I, Monaco came under the rule of his son Antoine I. Antoine would prove to be a wise statesman and an accomplished military strategist.
10 Feb, 2019
The history of the Grimaldi dynasty dates back to January 8, 1297. That's when Francois Grimaldi, disguised as a Franciscan monk, seized the fortress towering over the Monaco rock with his troops, in the port of Hercule.
5 Feb, 2019
The fifteenth century saw many of the foundations put in place that would ensure Monaco’s survival over the next 500 years — not only survival, but most importantly, recognition as an independent country. Monaco has always been surrounded by large powerful states.
28 Dec, 2018
Rainier II became Lord of Monaco on June 29, 1352, and at first ruled alongside his father Charles I, his brother Gabriele et great-uncle Lord Antonio. Around the same time, in 1350, Jean II was crowned King of France.
18 Oct, 2018
Charles I, Lord of Monaco is often seen as the founder of the Grimaldi dynasty.  And he was the first ruler to establish Monaco as an independent state under Grimaldi rule. Charles I was the eldest son of Rainier I and his first wife, Salvatica del Carretto.
11 Apr, 2018
In the first issue of HelloMonaco magazine, we introduced you to the founders of the Principality of Monaco, Otto Canella (Consul of the Republic of Genoa) and his youngest son, Grimaldo Canella.
25 Jan, 2018
In this article, HelloMonaco will share with you some history pages about the Prince of Monaco Louis II and his military service before he ascended to the throne of the Principality.
9 Dec, 2017
The Principality of Monaco has more than seven centuries of history. During this time, the ruling dynasty of Grimaldi transformed a small territory between France and Italy into a paradise, today, Monaco is the top destination foe luxury, success and prosperity.
12 Oct, 2017
On 6th April 2005, another chapter of Monaco’s history came to an end. The oldest European monarch Prince Rainier III died at Monaco's Cardiothoracic Centre at the age of 81. Prince Rainier III was one of those outstanding rulers whose reign has completely changed the image of Monaco.
27 Sep, 2016
The House of Grimaldi has ruled Monaco for 700 years. Each of the monarchs tried to contribute to its prosperity and Louis II was no exception. Louis Honoré Charles Antoine Grimaldi, great grandfather of Prince Albert II, played an important role in the development of his country.
17 Sep, 2016
In 1997 the Principality of Monaco celebrated the 700 anniversary of the Grimaldi dynasty rule.
19 Jul, 2013
Hello
Monaco