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What kind of wind is blowing your way? The most important natural disasters in the history of Monaco’s Christianity

Certain terrifying natural disasters turned out to be pivotal for the people. As the dictum goes “Every cloud has a silver lining” and in Monaco’s case perhaps even was an omen of divine intervention.

10 Jan, 2022

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Grace Kelly coin worth €2,000: what makes the coin so valuable?

As we approach Princess Grace's birthday anniversary, HelloMonaco continues our series of articles dedicated to the memory of the Princess of Monaco. This time we will tell you about a special coin dedicated to the Princess.

6 Nov, 2021

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The flower in the heart

In memory of Grace Kelly, whose birthday we celebrate on November 12th, HelloMonaco is launching a series of publications dedicated to the Princess of Monaco. Today we will tell you about her favorite hobby, for which she had special passion and love.

5 Nov, 2021

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Did You Know? Compagnie des Carabiniers du Prince: Monaco’s heritage moves in step with its Prestigious Army

“Honour, Fidelity and Devotion” is the motto which combines a high sense of duty with efficiency and exemplary professionalism. The Sovereign Prince, the Princely Family and the Principality have been under the protection of a special “guardian angel” for more than two hundred years.

7 Jul, 2021

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The Pinnacle of Chivalry: Honours, Decorations and Medals of the Principality of Monaco

The highest insignia awarded by the Prince to his subjects is the Order of Saint Charles. It was part of a strategic initiative created in 1858 by Prince Charles III himself.

12 Jan, 2021

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Monaco commemorative 2-euro coins: the treasure at the bottom of your wallet

Certain coins dwelling in your porte-monnet may turn out to be real treasures. An inconspicuous 2-euro coin featuring Princess Grace and minted in 2007 is valued at thousands of euros by collectors.

8 Jul, 2020

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The Grimaldi Dynasty Secured by a Unique 100 Year Birthday in 2020

For a Dynasty to survive hundreds of years is a small miracle indeed.

24 May, 2020

Friday the thirteenth: Casinos Buck The Trend Of Fear

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Friday the thirteenth: superstitions around the omnious or lucky number 13?

Friday the thirteenth, unlucky for some, but for Casinos in Monaco it can be a bumper day.

13 Mar, 2020

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Unknown facts about Monaco: courtesans of Monte Carlo

If you have ever visited Monte Carlo Casino, you probably noticed the “Florentine Graces” painted by Paul Gevrais. There is a reason this piece of art depicting famous courtesans decorates the Salle Blanche.

12 Feb, 2020

Unknown Principality: 10 stories about the districts of Monaco

As in every state, Monaco has its own administrative division of its territory. The 2.2 square km surfaceon which the Principality is located, is divided into several categories. Let’s get into the details. The secteur reserve category includes Monaco-Ville and Ravin Sainte-Dévote.

14 Aug, 2019

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Did you know that…

Unknown facts about Monaco: No cameras, no photos are allowed inside the casino Monte-Carlo Casino in Monaco is perhaps the most grand and famous gambling house in the world. The luxurious halls of this iconic building have often been a setting for “James Bond” movies.

24 Apr, 2019

Unknown facts about Monaco: Masterpieces of architecture

Opéra de Monte-Carlo Did you know that one of the most striking buildings of Monaco, the Opera de Monte-Carlo (also known as Salle Garnier), was built in only 8 months? Designed by Charles Garnier, best known as the architect of the Opéra Garnier in Paris, it is an extension.

26 Feb, 2019

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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