Monaco

Quick Facts

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Capital

Monaco

Population

32,000

Government

Constitutional Monarchy

Religions

Christianity (Catholic)

Languages

French, English, Italian, Monegasque

Calling Code

+377

Nationality

Local name

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Introduction

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A hearty little pin-prick on France's Mediterranean coast, Monaco measures up to be less than 2 sq km. But, with its primary industry being tourism, this has proven to have hardly any effect on the hordes of tourists who charge to Monaco's beaches and cultured night life. Owing much of its fame to Monte Carlo's casino, Monaco is a place geared towards people with lots of cash to burn. Of course, if you're not one of those people, there's still a heck of a lot of fun to be had. The country enjoys prime summer weather year-round (it is estimated that only 65 days a year see poor weather), so settling down on the beach is the most obvious activity. Don't expect seclusion - Monaco is a place for those who like a crowd.

Monaco is completely surrounded by the country of France.

Brief History

Geography

Quarters

• Monaco-Ville
• Monte Carlo
• La Condamine
• Fontvieille
• Le Portier

Sights and Activities

Monte Carlo Casino

This stunning casino located in the Monte Carlo quarter is one the main tourist attractions in Monaco. The grand entrance and ballrooms can stun anyone. It is also the home to the Grand Théâtre de Monte Carlo, which is an opera and ballet house. Remember to look at the gardens are back and take in the sea view. Every year this casino hosts the European Poker tour Grand Final. The minimum bets at most of the tables in this casino are very high, therefore it might be best to take in the views and not gamble. Citizens of Monaco are forbidden from entering the gaming rooms.

Yachts

Some of the most wealthy people in the world go Monaco on vacation and many of them by boat. They come in amazing yachts that cost more them most people in the world will make in a lifetime. Take a look at these amazing boats and stunning ships for some great photos. If your lucky you might be able to talk your way aboard one of them!

Beaches

Relax and enjoy the surf of some fun beaches. Although not cheap and laid back like the beaches of South East Asia these beaches are great in their own right. Hang out and enjoy the sun and bring your own water to save some money. Remember some of the beaches charge money to enter and some are private. Therefore look out for free beaches and use them.

Other Sights and Activities

• Cathedral of Monaco - Is a beautiful cathedral with nice palm trees out front.
• Tax Haven - Looking to hide some money or avoid income tax?
• Shopping - Enjoy some of the best designer shops and styles of southern Europe.

Events and Festivals

Monaco Grand Prix

The Monaco Grand Prix is the annual Formula One race held in Monaco. It has run since 1929 and is considered the most prestigious tracks on the Formula One circuit. The race snakes through Monaco and goes by many of the famous sights. The race is always in late May.

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Getting there

By Plane

There are no regular scheduled international flights to and from Monaco and all travellers arrive by train or bus or probaby their private yaught. If you would like to arrive in classe in Monaco you can use Heli Air Monaco which has heli flights connecting Nice airport and Monaco Heliport and other connections are on request.

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By Car

By Bus

By Boat

Getting Around

By Foot

Walking is by far the best way to get around Monaco and all the main sights can be reached by foot. Some parts are steep though, so if your physical condition is not how it should be, than using a bus or taxi now and then gives some relief. Also, there are elevators and public lifts in some parts taking you up or down.

By Bike

Bikes or scooters can be rented and it is fairly easy to get around Monaco this way, especially by motorscooter because of the hilly parts.

By Car

Although rental cars are available in Moncao, they are pretty useless in Monaco itself and only of use if you are planning on driving along the coastal route towards Italy or Nice or other places in France. In Monaco, taxis are a better option if you are dying to sit in a car. Observing expensive cars is an even better activity though.

By Bus

The Compagnie des Autobus Monaco operates a number of bus lines in Monaco. There are 5 lines, numbered 1,2,4,5 and 6 and buses start running at around 6am until around 9pm.

By Boat

If you don't have your own (expensive) yacht, getting around the territorial waters of Monaco is not possible.

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