The Principality of Monaco, after the Vatican, the second smallest country in the world (1.95 km2), is the main tourist center of the Cote d'Azur. Widely known for its large number of casinos, which are the main source of income, Monaco is also attractive for longer stays. Since taxes are not collected, the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, surrounded by France, are a place where more and more people are moving in to avoid taxation in their home countries.
The whole area was named Monaco after Heracles Monoikos, to whom Greek immigrants built a temple in the period before the new era. The history of today's principality was mostly written by the Grimaldi family, who ruled Monaco for more than two centuries until it fell under French rule. However, it was soon returned to them so that after the Congress of Vienna in 1860. belonged to Italy. France has always aspired to take over Monaco.
An interesting fact from not so long ago is related to the marriage of Prince Rainier III. In order for Monaco not to fall under the rule of France, Renier had to have an heir. He meets Hollywood diva and Oscar winner Grace Kelly at the Cannes Film Festival three days after meeting his family. They were married on April 19, 1956, and had three children, of whom Albert II became heir to the throne.
Monaco is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. It is inhabited by French, Italians, Monaco and as many as 21% of "national minorities" (125 different nationalities). The official language is French with a wide use of English and Italian. There is a wide freedom of religion guaranteed by the Constitution.
It is interesting that Monaco is a country that does not officially have a capital, but Monte Carlo performs that function. A paradise on earth for the rich and famous, full of casinos and luxury hotels, shining with glamor, especially from Hollywood.
The state does not collect taxes from the citizens of the principality, which is why a large number of people live in the state who try to avoid taxation. Monaco is not a member of the European Union, but it is very connected with the EU customs union with France. The principality won the right to issue its own euro coins.
Monaco is divided into 6 districts:
Monaco-Ville, old town,
La Condamine, port area and shopping center,
Monte-Carlo, residential area and casino,
Fontvieille, a new neighborhood by the sea,
Le Larvotto, beaches,
Les Moneghetti, northwestern residential area.
A little interesting about Monaco.
The national animal of the Principality of Monaco is the hairy caracar, while the national plant is the carnation.
The most densely populated country in the world, about 17,500 inhabitants per square kilometer.
Unemployment 0 percent!
108 nationalities live in Monaco.
A minimum of 300,000 euros is needed to open an account in the Bank of Monaco!
The country, in width, can be crossed on foot in less than an hour.
Citizens of Monaco are banned from gambling in the Casino.
The third most expensive country in the world for buying real estate - the most expensive penthouse in the world is in Monte Carlo and it was paid 256 million pounds.
Glamor, games of chance, Formula 1 races and the tennis tournament of the association are a small country that is swept by the waves of the Mediterranean Sea. The beauties of the Cote d'Azur cannot, but must not be bypassed when traveling to southern France and Spain. Paradise on earth in Monaco is one of the favorite destinations of world stars
Beautiful article. Its title reminded me of my favorite movie The Last Course in Monaco. By the way, I had the opportunity to visit it, it is really amazing! :)