"Keeweechic's Monaco" Monaco by keeweechic

Monaco Travel Guide: 1,063 reviews and 3,076 photos

Monaco is a small independent principality of Europe which forms an enclave in southeastern France. It is bordered on the south by the Mediterranean Sea and surrounded on the north, east, and west by the French department of Alpes-Maritimes. It lies in a narrow coastal strip which sometimes rises vertically upwards with its highest point at 206 feet. Its width varies at times between 65 miles and a 382 yards with a coastline of only 2.5 miles. Monaco has one of the highest population densities of any country in the world, 16,529 persons per sq km (42,809 per sq mi). The principality is composed of four districts: Monaco, the capital; La Condamine; Monte Carlo; and Fontvieille. The official language is French, although a number of people speak Monegasque which is a mixture of French and Italian with English and Italian also being spoken. Among the points of interest are a cathedral, a palace in the medieval and Renaissance styles, and an oceanographical museum, which was established in 1910 by Prince Albert I. There is also the Monte Carlo Opera and Philharmonic Orchestra. Every year there is the Monaco Grand Prix and Monte Carlo Rally.

In 1297 the principality was acquired by the house of Grimaldi, a Genoese family. During the French Revolution in 1793, the Grimaldi’s were driven out and their principality was taken over by France. In 1815 the principality was made a territory of the Kingdom of Sardinia but in 1861 under the guardianship of France, it was restored as an independent state. Monaco achieved admittance to the United Nations in 1993.

Monaco is one of those magical glamorous places that has a world wide reputation. There are fabulous gardens and parks which have been laid out around the city and with the great climate, it manages to charm visitors right throughout the year. Shopping is a big attractions with designer and high fashion boutiques all with the latest creations as well as very chic restaurants to be seen at. Wealth abounds in the city and you can see that in the luxury limo’s and sports cars navigating the famous curves of the city. . This is Monaco - 'The Rock'. This perfect little Paradise is one of the "IN" places for the international jet set and the very famous. It is also, understandably, a favorite hunting ground for the notorious ""parapazzis".

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Intro Updated Aug 11, 2006
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The Cathedral of Monaco Things to Do (10)

On January, 6th 1875, the first stone was laid of the Cathedral and was built during the reign of Charles III and... more travel advice

The Opera House Things to Do (10)

The Opera House - (I must admit I used to think this was the Casino part - but on researching, it seems I got it back to... more travel advice

Saint Martin Gardens Things to Do (10)

Saint Martin Gardens - surrounding Oceanographic Museum were built c.1830 and represent the beauty of region. There are... more travel advice

The Exotic Garden Things to Do (10)

Inaugurated in 1933 and after 20 years of work, the gardens have a remarkable collection of specimens of cacti. There... more travel advice

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hunterV Mar 22, 2008 at 12:56 PM

Hello, Keewee! It`s a small but great country worth visiting!..THANX,.,.,.,.,
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sim1 Sep 19, 2003 at 3:46 AM

Beautiful page! I will be here next week, thanks for the great tips!
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Goner Aug 26, 2003 at 9:37 PM

Your Monaco page is filled with great info and beautiful pics. I just finished mine - I have more about Grace Kelly our US star!
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b1bob Jul 21, 2003 at 6:36 PM

Nice and thorough account of Monaco. I wish I had time to do one like that. I wonder where I can find a Monegasque cookbook.
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christos Aug 20, 2002 at 5:51 AM

I`m embarassed, my MC page is 1/100 th of yours! Excellent!
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Porteplume Jul 27, 2002 at 5:18 AM

Very attractive page ! La Côte d`Azur est si belle...
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fabrice Jun 30, 2002 at 9:34 AM

my last home
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Sweetberry1 Jun 21, 2002 at 1:51 AM

Fantastic page on Monaco, gorgeous pics ;-))
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shiran_d Jun 7, 2002 at 5:30 PM

did you enjoy it, I was here two weeks ago for F1races
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matcrazy1 May 25, 2002 at 10:14 PM

I love this page!