Monaco is the second smallest country in the world, after Vatican City. Around 5 kilo meters long and 2.5 kms. wide, the country though small is one of the top most tourist destinations of the world. Monte-Carlo a tourist and cultural hub of Monaco is always abuzz with tourists from all parts of the world. Monaco enjoys a great location being at the heart of Europe.





Fast Facts
Monaco is a constitutional monarchy and is divided into four areas: Monaco-Ville, the Condamine, Monte-Carlo and Fontvieille. French is the main language though English is also widely spoken and understood. The local currency is the Euro. International visitors are required to have proper identification such as valid passport etc.

When to Go
Monaco's climate is pleasant throughout the year. Winters are mild and enjoyable. Summers are also pleasantly warm. You can visit Monaco any time of the year coinciding with your program and itinerary.

How to reach
Cote d'Azur International Airport in Nice, France is 22 kms miles away from Monaco. Major international air lines offer daily flights from important cites such as New York, London and paris as well as Zurich and Geneva. Helicopters, buses, taxis and car rentals provide links between the airport and the main city. For tourists, Azur Express Tourist Train is a very good option to allow them to discover the principality and its attractions such as Monaco Port, Monte-Carlo and its Palaces, the famous Casino and its gardens, Old Town with its City Hall and the magnificent Prince's Palace.





Places of interest
Monaco is the place for tourist attractions and great sites which include palaces, museums and aquariums, orchestras and theaters, exotic gardens and caves, churches, chapels and what not. The place has a rich tradition and cultural history to imbibe. Monte-Carlo Casino, Fort Antoine Theater, Louis II Stadium, Oceanographic Museum and Aquarium, Casino Gardens & Terraces, Observatory Caves, Fontvieille Park, Princess Grace Rose Garden, Japanese Garden, The Prince of Monaco's Private Collection of Classic Cars, Museum of the Chapel of Visitation, Museum of Napoleonic Souvenirs and Collection of the Palace's Historic Archives, Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology, Museum of Stamps and Coins, Wax Museum of the Princes of Monaco, Monte-Carlo Opera House, Prince's Palace, Chapel of Mercy, Church of Saint-Charles, Church of Sainte-Devote and Marlborough Gallery are important tourist destination.

Where to stay
From star hotels to villas and castles to decent yet modest apartments and hotels, Monaco has accommodation choices available to suit all budgets and tastes.

Specialty of the place
The Automobile Club of Monaco organizes the Formula 1 Grand Prix every year and a great attraction for visitors and tourists from across the globe.

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