Monte Carlo (Monaco)

Monte Carlo Timeline 10 June 1215 Monaco is taken by the Genoese 1489 The King of France, Charles VIII, and the Duke of Savoy recognize the sovereignty of Monaco 1512 Louis XII, King of France, recognizes the independence of Monaco 30 May 1814 The first Treaty of Paris restores to Monaco and its Princes their rights before January 1, First automobile Grand Prix of Monaco 2011 Selena Gomez stars in Monte Carlo

Monaco Cathedral Built with the stark white stones from La Turbie in 1875, this Roman-Byzantine-style building houses the burial places of past sovereigns, including Prince Rainier and Princess Grace. 4, rue Colonel-Bellando-de- Castro - Monaco-Ville Tel Free admission (outside religious services), 8.30am – 7pm (6pm in winter)

Churches Sainte- Dévote Church It was built in the hollow of the "Vallon des Gaumates", where, during the 4th century a small boat carrying Sainte Dévote's remains ran aground at its entrance. Every year on 26th January, a boat is burnt at nightfall as part of a traditional ceremony. Saint-Charles Church This Renaissance-style building with its bell tower rising 30 meters skywards, was inaugurated in Nineteen stained glass windows lighten up its nave, where the gilded chandelier comes from the former arms room at the Princely Palace. Chapel of Mercy Located in the Old Town, this chapel where the inaugural stone was blessed in 1639 in the reign of Prince Honoré II, Prior of the Brotherhood of Black Penitents, is built with just one nave (the central part of a church building).

Married to Grace Kelly. He was the longest ruling European Monarch at the time of his death in He was reputed to be a spoiled playboy prince. Famous People Princess Carolina of Monaco Daughter of Prince Rainer 3 and Grace Kelly. She serves as the President of the Monte Carlo Ballet and the Monaco Garden Club Michel Dotta President of the Monaco Real Estate Board and the Chamber of Economic Development. President of Monaco F1 Grand Prix Prince Rainier 3Albert 2 of Monaco Albert 2 is the reigning monarch and is 58 years old. He is the son of Prince Rainier 3 and Grace Kelly.

Fun Facts Monte Carlo Monaco gained its independence from the Republic of Genoa on 8th January Major center for tourism ever since the Monte Carlo casino opened. A majority of Monaco's citizens are Roman Catholic. Citizens of Monaco are not allowed to gamble or visit the casinos. Monaco is an independent sovereign state James Bond movies were filmed in a Monte Carlo Casino.

Monte Carlo Casino It was built in 1893 by Charles Garnier, the architect of the Paris Opera House. For more than a century, its stage has been the setting for international operatic creations, prestigious concerts, and exceptional ballets. Its series of "Gaming Rooms" are marvellously decorated with stained glass windows, sculptures, and allegorical paintings.

Things to do ● Fort Antoine ○ This fortress built at the beginning of the 18th century, is now an open-air theater; it was rebuilt in 1953 under the initiative of Prince Rainier III being damaged in ● Prince’s Palace ○ Guardian of an ancient tradition, this Palace located in a unique setting upon the "Rock" of Monaco,was built on the site of a fortress erected by the Genoese in ○ Open daily ○ Prices ■ Adults: 8 € ■ Children aged 8-14 and students: 4 €

Quiz 1. (True/False): Selena Gomez has nothing to do with Monte Carlo and did not influence anyone’s childhood. 2. (True/False) It does not cost money to enter the Monaco Cathedral 3. (True/False) Monaco is taken by the Genoese on June 10, (True/ False) The Monaco Cathedral offers religious services outside. 5. What/who is not an important aspect of Monte Carlo? a. Selena Gomezb. Monte Carlo Casinoc. Michel Dotta d. Kate Middleton 6. (True/False): James Bond movies were filmed in the Monte Carlo Casino. 7. (True/False): The Prince’s Palace is now an open-air theatre. 8. ____________________ is located in the Old Town. 9. ___________________ recognized the independence of Monaco Chapel of Mercy Louis XII

Quiz (continued) 10. What religion is a majority of Monte Carlo citizens? a. Roman Catholic b. Baptist c. Jewish d. Methodist 11.When was the first automobile grand prix of Monaco? 12.Who built the Monte Carlo casino? a. Michel Dotta b. Albert II c. Charles Garnier d. Prince Ranier 1928

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