The country is ruled by King Albert II. It is located between France and Italy, but has access to the sea. Monaco is theoretically a country, but because of its reduced size, it looks more like a city. Monaco Villa is the old part of the city, with traditional buildings and the Royal Palace, Monte Carlo is a new side of the city, and La Condamine is the West and North-West of the city, with the port.
The Mediterranean climate with mild winters and with 20 degrees in December makes Monaco one of the most popular tourist destinations, even during the cold season. Only 17% of the population was born here, the rest were French, Italians and other nationalities. Citizens of this country are free from taxes that attract one of the richest people in the world.
Monaco is the second largest country in the world after the Vatican. This is considered a luxury place and prices are not for everyone. Tourist destination here is the Church of St. Paul, which is part of eight Anglican churches from the Gibraltar Congregation. The Oceanographic Museum is also an important attraction, but the casino of Monte Carlo and its surrounding gardens are the most important attraction. From the gardens, tourists can get to the shopping area of the city, and behind the casino there are terraces with large geometric shapes covering the roof of the Auditorium conference center.
Among the attractions of this place, Cafe de Paris offers an atmosphere similar to that of Paris. Although there are not so many museums and monuments in Monte Carlo, the sightseeing and the possibilities offered here for spending quality free time offer sufficient grounds for tens of thousands of people to come here every year.
Monte Carlo Casino is the most prestigious casino in Europe. It was opened in 186, and since then it has attracted tens of thousands of tourists. Even if these tourists are not gambling, they are impressed with the luxury and services here. After World War II, the casino was closed until 1952, when the Greek billionaire Aristotle Onasas bought it. Since 2004, there are rumors that the American billionaire Steve Winn wants to build a floating casino and a hotel in the waters in front of the city.
If you are planning to visit Monte Carlo, you must prepare a lot of money. From hotels to souvenirs and food, everything is expensive here, which is why it is considered one of the most exclusive places in the world. On the other hand, a tourist who respects himself will surely want to see Monte Carlo at least once in his life.
