Monaco sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places

The length of this principality is less than 2 kilometers, but that doesn’t prevent it from being an internationally famous tourist destination. Monaco is distinguished by fine weather all year round as on average only 65 days a year have poor weather. Top class casinos, luxury hotels and unforgettable night life have made Monaco a popular resort for many people.

Monte Carlo Casino remains, probably, the most famous landmark in Monaco. The prominent casino is located in the Monte Carlo quarter. The entrance and ballrooms of the building are important architectural landmarks. The casino regularly hosts important events, such as the European Poker tour Grand Final. As stakes in this casino are usually very high, it is recommended to visit it in the morning and simply observe the building. The Grand Theatre de Monte Carlo, which is a ballet and an opera house, is open in the same building. The backyard of the building is the location of a beautiful garden with stunning views of the seaside.

Cathedral of Monaco is another popular tourist site. The façade of the beautiful church is nicely adorned with palm trees. Don’t forget to make a walk at the waterfront and observe beautiful yachts that are docked there. Monaco has always attracted the wealthiest people in the world, and many of arrive using private yachts, so it’s possible to see most luxury ships and make many memorable photos. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Monaco beaches are another signature attraction of the principality. There are special beaches for families with children with full monitoring, free public beaches, paid beaches and closed private beaches. Beaches with entering fee often sell pricey water and drinks, so it’s a good idea to buy some water beforehand. Shopping is a no less popular activity in Monaco, so it’s possible to find boutiques of nearly all popular European designers there.

Monaco is a popular destination, so there’s no wonder why many important events take place there. The Grand Prix Monaco is one of them. The Formula One race takes place there every year in May. In January, travelers are welcome to attend International Circus Festival that gathers best performers from all over the world. March is the time for the Rose Ball, a famous fundraising event. Every year thousands of roses are used to decorate the Salle des Etoiles for the event. The annual Spring Arts Festival takes place in Monaco in April and includes dancing performances, arts exhibitions, music concerts and more.

History and Entertainment

Monaco is a place for elite recreation. There are the best hotels and restaurants on the Cote d'Azur. The integral symbol of the tiny country is the famous casino called Monte-Carlo. It will be interesting even for non-gamblers to visit this casino. It has long gained a status of the historical attraction visited by a lot of celebrities. It attracts with its historical atmosphere and luxury. Every evening, the grand entertainment program is organized for visitors.

During the year, there are a lot of interesting festivals held in Monaco. One of the most curious fests is an exhibition of fashionable yachts. The guests can board some yachts and appraise their luxurious design. In January, the annual International Circus Festival is held, during which you can watch performances of the best circus artists in the world. In May, the International Florist Competition is held. At this time, the city is decorated by charming flower beds and compositions of live flowers. There are also significant sports events, among which the Formula 1 Grand Prix and Monte Carlo motor rally are especially interesting.