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MONACO
  General information
Capital Monaco
Currency €
Area 2 squares km
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History, Practical info, Rarity and unique notes
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The Map of Monaco
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Weather and when to go
The pleasant Mediterranean climate, hot summers and mild winters are a guarantee of a pleasant holiday. The average air temperature in Monaco is 8.5 degrees Celsius in January and 23.5 degrees Celsius in July. Resorts on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea attract visitors throughout the summer. The season in Monaco starts much earlier, thanks to the opera, theaters and casinos. Also fans of motoring are attracted by popular traditional events such as: Monte Carlo Rally and Monaco Grand Prix.
Monaco is a pleasant place to live all year round.
Our suggestion is to visit Monaco during the International Circus Festival in January and the International Fireworks Festival in July and August.
Top places of interest and picks
Monaco
Prince's Palace is the official residence of the Prince of Monaco. Don´t miss the chance to visit the Palace as there are guided tours. You will appreciate the panoramic view overlooking the Port and Monte-Carlo.
Oceanographic Museum offers great exhibitions and collections of various species of sea fauna (starfish, seahorses, turtles, jellyfish, crabs, lobsters, rays, sharks, sea urchins etc.). You can admire aslo an aquarium located in the basement of the museum with 4000 species of fish. Well known Jacques-Yves Cousteau was its director for many years.
Saint Nicholas Cathedral known as Monaco Cathedral - the place where many of Grimaldis, Grace Kelly and others are buried.
Botanical Garden - Exotic Gardens (Jardin Exotique) is a unique tourist attraction.
Larvotto Beach - a very popular beach with nice views.
The Opera
Monte Carlo National Museum has a unique a collection of dolls manufactured in Paris (France) in the 19th century. Your kids will admire the miniature furniture for the dolls.
Motor Competition: Monte Carlo Rally and Monaco Grand Prix
Casinos - to visit Monaco and visited a casino is like seeing Paris and the Eiffel tower overlook. Take care about your dress code.
Zoological Gardens - many species of animals and plants from Africa
Monaco is a city state.
The Principality of Monaco comprises 5 districts:
Monaco-Ville
The historic seat of the Principality is on the Rock.
Monte-Carlo
The district is located around the casino.
La Condamine
This district surrounds Port Hercule.
Fontvieille
This district comprises an urban complex, tourist and sports facilities around. It is also a leisure port and a clean industrial zone.
Moneghetti
The district where the Jardin Exotique is located.
The most popular holiday resorts
Monaco - is so small, that we can say, the whole country is a popular place. It is known mainly for its casinos, glamour and events.
Trip plan
Trip to Monaco or trip from Monaco:
By train:
We suggest to make a trip to or from Cannes, Nice, Menton and Antibes.
By bus:
A trip to or from Nice, Beaulieu, and Menton
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