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Monaco: an ancient principality steeped in a rich and colorful history, is considered by many to be Europe's most fascinating country. Though the Principality covers but one square mile, it stands as a proud monarchy with his Serene Highness Prince Rainier III as its head of state. Today people visit Monaco and its glittering district Monte-Carlo not simply to vacation, not just to test their standing with lady luck, nor merely to see and be seen, but to revel in the memorable life-enhancing experience that is Monaco.
Independent, but reduced to its borders of the Middle Ages and deprived of the resources of Roquebrune and Menton, the Principality then decided to base its economic development on what was not yet known as "tourism" and to exploit to this end all the advantages which Nature had unstintingly given it: a setting whose beauty was already famous, a climate of exceptional mildness (the average temperature for the year is 16.31 degrees and a great amount of sunshine (1.583 hours) on average per year.
To exploit these advantages, it was first of all necessary to display them, make them known and enliven them : a gaming house, the "Soci鴩 des Bains de Mer et du Cercle des Etrangers" (The Sea Bathing and Circle of Foreigners Company) was set up and the monopoly of its use was granted in 1863 to Fran篩s Blanc. Under his guidance the name of Monaco became synonymous with fortune, gaming, holidays and travel. Luxury and refinement too since appeal could be made to the greatest names of the era, in particular to Charles Garnier, the architect of the Paris Opera House, for the building of the Casino.
The Principality of Monaco is unique in that it brings together all the conference facilities an event organiser could need within a `magic circle' of only a few hundreds meters in diameter.
Centred around Casino Square, this `magic circle' consists of 5 convention centres fitted out with state-of-the-art technical equipment. Amongst them, the Grimaldi Forum, an innovating development overlooking the Mediterranean, is symbolic of a new generation of convention centres. In addition, 36 meeting rooms are available in 5 nearby hotels (4-star and 4-star De Luxe).
Many other attractions supplement the facilities in this area: 40 restaurants, 3 casinos, 5 heated swimming pools (3 with sea-water), 3 cinemas, 2 night-clubs, 4 discos and several hundred boutiques...
Other important facilities within the Principality include the big-top venue `Espace Fontvieille' and `Salle du Canton' located in Fontvieille, near the heliport.
Together, these modern facilities, each with its on-site team of professionals, position the Principality of Monaco at the cutting-edge of international business and prestige events.
EVENTS : THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MONEGASQUE YEAR
The Principality of Monaco's mission to provide a luxurious welcome is complemented by a calendar of internationally renowned events; an enticing invitation to visitors, be they attending one of the many congresses or simply accompanying a delegate.
Music
The Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra, founded in 1856, performs a season of concerts which charm music-lovers from all over the world. Its repertoire includes symphonies, lyrical works and ballets.
Place : The main courtyard of the Palace, or Rainier III Auditorium in the Convention Centre.
Dance
The dance season includes performances by the Monte-Carlo Ballet, under the high patronage of H.S.H. Princess Caroline - a tribute to Princess Grace - and perpetuates the Mon駡sque dance tradition made so famous by its most enigmatic figure, Sergei Pavlovich Diaghilev.
Place : Salle Garnier and Casino Terraces.
The Spring Arts Festival
Music, dance, theatre, cinema and sculpture all share the nights and days of Monaco's elegant way of life.
Place : the very heart of the Principality.
http://www.acm.mc/
Monte-Carlo Rally
Created in 1911, this is one of the major automotive sporting events, the success of which has never dwindled.
Place : Starts and finishes in the heart of the Principality
Tennis Masters Series Monte-Carlo
Held in mid-April, this is the traditional rendez-vous of the stars of the tennis world. This event is known to every "clay court" specialist.
Place : Monte-Carlo Country Club tennis courts.
http://www.mcopen.org/
Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix
Held in May, this is the most competitive race in the drivers' world championship.
Place : The very heart of the Principality. http://www.acm.mc
"HERCULIS" International Athletics Meeting
A critical event for the best athletes of the moment.
Place : Louis II Stadium. http://www.herculis.com/index_us.html
Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival
The top international acts participate in this show which is highly valued in the Principality.
Place : Fontvieille Big Top.
International Fireworks Festival
The world's top pyrotechnicians take part in this competition.
Place : Port of Monaco.
Monaco Classic Week
"Rendez-vous" of old boats (sailing and motorised yacht) organised by the Monaco Yacht Club.
Place : Port of Monaco.
Monte-Carlo Television Festival http://www.tvfestival.com
The rendez-vous for the cream of international producers.
Place : Convention Centre and Monte-Carlo Grand Hotel.
Imagina
Europe's most respected multimedia trade fair.
Place : Convention Centre, Fontvieille Big Top, Port of Monaco.
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