Sightseeing

The origins of Russian ballets in Monte-Carlo
It was in 1861 after Monaco lost much of its territory, Menton and Roquebrune, that Prince Charles III decided to invest in the fashionable Casino area that would accommodate the European and, in particular, the Russian aristocracy… In 1866, by a Sovereign Ordinance, the plateau of Spélugues became Monte-Carlo.
8 Mar, 2019
Monte Carlo Casino: a profile
Monte Carlo Casino: a profile
If you’re heading out to Monaco for a taste of the opulence, you’ll want to pay the Monte Carlo Casino a visit.
8 Mar, 2019
Unknown facts about Monaco: Masterpieces of architecture
Opéra de Monte-Carlo Did you know that one of the most striking buildings of Monaco, the Opera de Monte-Carlo (also known as Salle Garnier), was built in only 8 months? Designed by Charles Garnier, best known as the architect of the Opéra Garnier in Paris, it is an extension.
26 Feb, 2019
Karl Lagerfeld
In Memory of Karl Lagerfeld: Legendary Love Affair with Monaco
The icon Karl Lagerfeld remains even as we mourn his passing. Not just an icon but iconoclastic. He not only dazzled the world he mesmerized it. Perhaps the single individual not under his spell was himself.
25 Feb, 2019
Time Machine, or Journey to Monaco a Million Years Ago
Do you want to become a primitive man for a little while? Or visit a cave full of stalactites and stalagmites, see a mammoth and escape from a dinosaur? Find out whether it is true that the Neanderthal man lived in a tree? Was it all for real or.
19 Feb, 2019
Shirley Bassey
Dame Shirley Bassey: diamond voice of James Bond main theme
HelloMonaco keeps telling you about celebrities who live in Monaco. Probably  you’ve already even met some of them in a club or a restaurant, and some will be a new discovery for you. We will tell you about their personal life, career and why they came to Monaco.
17 Feb, 2019
Portrait of Antonio I, Prince of Monaco (1661-1731)
Prince Antoine I of Monaco, wise statesman and military strategist
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
Women At The Helm: Female Monaco Entrepreneurs
Women At The Helm: Female Monaco Entrepreneurs
Monaco is a state with the highest density of millionaires. No wonder that among the rich and famous residents of the Principality you’ll find some of the wealthiest women. Some of them are atthe head of multinational retailing giants, others run their own business.
7 Feb, 2019
Seven centuries of Grimaldi rule in Monaco
Seven centuries of Grimaldi rule in Monaco
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
Game of fiefs: lands and titles of the Grimaldi dynasty
Game of fiefs: lands and titles of the Grimaldi dynasty
Marquis of Baux, Count of Polignac, Sir of Matignon, Duke of Mayenne, Baron of Massy, Count of Torigni... These and other titles belong to just one person - the reigning prince of Monaco.
30 Jan, 2019
Seigneur Lambert & Claudine Grimaldi: the pen is mightier than the sword
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
Louis Chiron
Louis Chiron: Monegasque Conqueror of the Monaco Grand Prix
It is 1899, the dawn of the 20th century is about to waken to one of the most colourful personalities in Monaco’s history — Louis Chiron.
26 Dec, 2018
Casino de Monte-Carlo
A guide to the dress code of Monaco’s exclusive casinos
Monaco is one of the most exclusive, lavish locations in Europe to play casino games. Aside from the world-renowned F1 Grand Prix, its the casinos here that put Monaco on the map.
1 Dec, 2018
Did You Know? Lesser-Known Facts About Monaco
Richness in pageantry and heraldry is one of the fortunate endowments of Monaco — all incorporated in the Monegasque symbols that form part of our celebrations throughout the year.
18 Nov, 2018
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