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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
The Magnificent Museums of Monaco you have to visit!
Among the delights of city-life are the amazing sites to visit like the Louvre in Paris, the Natural History Museum in London, the Getty Museum in Los Angeles. Equally Monaco and Monte Carlo pack within the Principality some of the world’s most impressive collections.
15 Nov, 2018
Joe Dassin
Born in Monaco: the Iconic Place in Joe Dassin’s Hit
«To not pay taxes — one must be born in Monaco», sang the legendary Joe Dassin. This year, the French singer, known for his compositions L'Eté Indien and Et Si Tu N'existais Pas, would have turned 80, and this is an excellent occasion to look back on his career.
7 Nov, 2018
The Railway - Locomotive Of Monaco’s Prosperity
The Railway – Locomotive of Monaco’s Prosperity
Would you believe that Monaco was almost destined to be a sleepy little town, oblivious of the effects of modernity on all its neighbours. In 1850 all the major traffic passing between Nice and Menton and Genoa took the Grande Corniche and bye-passed the Principality.
24 Oct, 2018
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Rainier II and his heirs fighting for the independence of Monaco
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
Stelios Haji-Ioannou
Stelios Haji-Ioannou, a billionaire and philanthropist in Monaco
Some of the residents of Monaco almost need no introduction. It is obvious that the Principality is a magnet for outstandingly successful businessmen and entrepreneurs who are now ready to help others. Our hero of today is Stelios Haji-Ioannou.
12 Oct, 2018
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11 Oct, 2018
Sabrina Monteleone-Oeino
«Sabrina Monte-Carlo»: Bright Colours and Comfort are the Winners
Some people make life in Monaco even brighter and more elegant.
12 Sep, 2018
Casanova
The Adventures of Casanova on the Côte d’Azur
The name of Casanova, alongside that of Lovelace and Don Juan, has long become a generic name. His amorous adventures are now legendary. He created some of those myths himself in his famous memoirs «The Story of My Life.
2 Sep, 2018
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