MONACO

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National Day November 19

CURRENCY

Currency Euro

VISA

Most travelers don't need a visa. As you have to enter Monaco via France, check with the nearest French Embassy or Immigration office. Don't forget to check what the immigration officer stamps in your passport.

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ELECTRICITY

240 V 50 HZ

HOTELS

Royal Castle

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FACTS & DATA

State: constitutional monarchy

Head of State: Prince Albert II

Head of Government: Minister of State

Currency: Euro

Location: Mediterranean "southern France"

Area: 1,95 km²

Temperature: 35(S)-10C(W)

Capital: Monaco
Population: 32.500

People: Monegasque (aprox. 6.000)
Language: French

Religion: Roman Catholic 90%

GDP: US$ 0.9 billion

GNP per capita: US$ 27.500

Major industries: tourism, services
Major trading partners: France

Health risks: Good healthcare
Time: GMT + 1

Electricity: 220-240V
Weights & measures: Metric

Road traffic: right side

Public transport: Very good

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Transport	Bus Train (SNCF)

Museums & Art

The Opera Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra

Food & Restaurants

Food

Entertainment

Sport

AS Monaco Monaco Yacht Club Grand Prix de Monaco

Travel

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From the 6 to the 11th century the region was controlled by the barbarians. 1297 François Grimaldi seized the fortress and it was the beginning of the Grimaldi reign. There were several interruptions due to wars. The casino was founded in 1866 and the name Monte Carlo was introduced. Several hotels where built and it started the modern area of Monaco. Monaco is the second smallest country in the world after the Vatica.

Monte Carlo, a part of Monaco. It's most famous tenant is the Casino.

Mediterranean cuisine, that's it. All the nice herbs from Provence, sea food from the Mediterranean sea and the influence from Italy makes it a true food paradise. Try the famous Bouillabaisse seafood soup, mussels, lobster and steamed fish with a well chilled Côte de Province wine. The region is as well known for it's delicious lamm dishes as well as salads often called crudités.

Monaco offers a sofisticated nightlife. The famous Casino where you can gamble or watch the cabaret. Enjoy some drinks in the various bars, open air or in a nice posh settings.