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Michel Nostradamus
Michel Nostradamus on the death of kings, the locusts and the saving role of France in the world history
Michel Nostradamus on the death of kings, locusts and the life-saving role of France in world history «It is absolutely obvious that most of the events of a general nature go back to heaven as their cause». Claudius Ptolemy, 2nd century AD, «Tetrabiblos», astrologytractate, Book One, introduction.
22 Aug, 2019
Michael Jackson
Exceptional night: when Michael Jackson made the public cry during his performance in Monaco
The residents of Monaco have long been accustomed to seeing world’s most popular people on the streets of their small state.
30 Jul, 2019
Roger Moore
Sir Roger Moore: James Bond of Monaco
Roger Moore is a famous British actor who will perhaps always be remembered for his role as James Bond in seven of the 007 series films from 1973 to 1985.
3 Jul, 2019
Francis Bacon
Francis Bacon in Monaco: a Trip to Remember
In the second half of the 20th century, Monaco attracted the rich and famous willing to experience the taste of life again after the losses and sorrows of World War II. The festive life and pleasant climate had turned the Principality into a paradise for elite society.
8 Jun, 2019
Mathylda Kschessinskaya
The origins of Russian ballets in Monte-Carlo
It was in 1861 after Monaco lost much of its territory, Menton and Roquebrune, that Prince Charles III decided to invest in the fashionable Casino area that would accommodate the European and, in particular, the Russian aristocracy… In 1866, by a Sovereign Ordinance, the plateau of Spélugues became Monte-Carlo.
8 Mar, 2019
Shirley Bassey
Dame Shirley Bassey: diamond voice of James Bond main theme
HelloMonaco keeps telling you about celebrities who live in Monaco. Probably  you’ve already even met some of them in a club or a restaurant, and some will be a new discovery for you. We will tell you about their personal life, career and why they came to Monaco.
17 Feb, 2019
Game of fiefs: lands and titles of the Grimaldi dynasty
Game of fiefs: lands and titles of the Grimaldi dynasty
Marquis of Baux, Count of Polignac, Sir of Matignon, Duke of Mayenne, Baron of Massy, Count of Torigni... These and other titles belong to just one person - the reigning prince of Monaco.
30 Jan, 2019
Louis Chiron
Louis Chiron: Monegasque Conqueror of the Monaco Grand Prix
It is 1899, the dawn of the 20th century is about to waken to one of the most colourful personalities in Monaco’s history — Louis Chiron.
26 Dec, 2018
Joe Dassin
Born in Monaco: the Iconic Place in Joe Dassin’s Hit
«To not pay taxes — one must be born in Monaco», sang the legendary Joe Dassin. This year, the French singer, known for his compositions L'Eté Indien and Et Si Tu N'existais Pas, would have turned 80, and this is an excellent occasion to look back on his career.
7 Nov, 2018
The Railway - Locomotive Of Monaco’s Prosperity
The Railway – Locomotive of Monaco’s Prosperity
Would you believe that Monaco was almost destined to be a sleepy little town, oblivious of the effects of modernity on all its neighbours. In 1850 all the major traffic passing between Nice and Menton and Genoa took the Grande Corniche and bye-passed the Principality.
24 Oct, 2018
Casanova
The Adventures of Casanova on the Côte d’Azur
The name of Casanova, alongside that of Lovelace and Don Juan, has long become a generic name. His amorous adventures are now legendary. He created some of those myths himself in his famous memoirs «The Story of My Life.
2 Sep, 2018
Monaco’s Mills that Disappeared over Time
Monaco’s Mills that Disappeared over Time
The mills that once existed in Monaco, today they are part of history. Only two places in the Principality serve as a reminder of the time when they were one of the pillars of Monaco’s economy.
1 Sep, 2018
Ringo Starr
Ringo Starr: ex-Beatle and the richest drummer in the world
The Principality of Monaco is home to many well-known faces that are familiar with the limelight; it is a luxurious setting that caters to their desires.
3 Jul, 2018
Louis Notari – the Father of Monegasque Literature
Anywhere in the Principality you will probably hear English, French, Russian, Italian, and possibly more languages spoken. Monaco is truly a multi-national playground and its residents are multi-lingual. However, the Monaco constitution of 1962 stipulates French as its only official language.
12 May, 2018
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