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Since the start of summer, the Oceanographic Museum has hosted a new exhibition: “Polar Mission”. With five themed spaces spread over two floors, discover the polar regions through a fully immersive experience taking in the life they support, the personalities who have explored them, and the indigenous people who live there.

To make it a 360° experience, visitors are presented with artefacts, documents, digital content and immersive exhibits.

Let the great expedition start!

The Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival is back in the Principality for the 45th time, from 20 to 29 January, in an event to be presided over by Princess Stéphanie of Monaco.

More than just a show, the festival is also a chance to reward the top artists in their categories. The most coveted prize is the Gold Clown.

The talent of the younger generation will also be recognised, with the Gold Junior award presented to the best artist.

We can’t wait to discover the new winners!

Monte-Carlo Opera honours the greatest composers

This Saturday, Polish pianist Piotr Anderszewski will perform pieces by Bach and Beethoven in the Rainier III Auditorium.

Whether you come along as a couple or a family, it will be an opportunity to (re)discover the best of classical music.

© Monte-Carlo SBM

2022 has been dedicated to the work of Prince Albert I.

This year, the Principality of Monaco has been commemorating the centenary of the death of Prince Albert I, the “explorer” prince. Enjoy our photo highlights of the best moments from the commemorations.

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A look back at the 17th Top Marques supercar show.

Highlights:
● The official unveiling by H.S.H. Prince Albert II of 18 of the most extraordinary models, including 10 global launches
● 3 European launches
● 5 previews never seen before in Monaco!

A key moment in the show was the unveiling of 3 revolutionary flying cars in the Innovation space: the Jetson Aero One, a single-seater electric helicopter; the Xturismo, a flying motorbike from Japan, and the MC-One, a “made in Monaco” car from Monegasque company McClic.

Buckle up for the next show to be held 8–11 June 2023!

© Michael Alesi

Monaco will soon be celebrating Saint Nicholas’ Day!

After hymns and a mass in the Monegasque language at the Cathedral, children wearing the colours of Monaco parade through the streets of the Rock to the beat of the drum.

If you should come across them during your stay in the Principality, next Tuesday, look out for the mini-Saint Nick leading the cortege...

© Michael Alesi / Direction de la Communication

Protecting the oceans, from generation to generation
Since the reign of Prince Albert I, marine preservation has been a core issue for the Principality.
Barely a year after his great-great-grandson Prince Albert II ascended the throne, the was founded. One of its priorities is the protection of our seas and oceans.
This year, Prince Albert II has renewed and strengthened his commitment by publishing his first book, entitled “Man and the Ocean, Preserving the Oceans to Protect Humanity”.
© Explorations & Lucile Courtial/FPA2

The Monegasque coat of arms
Have you ever noticed the monks that appear on the coat of arms, and do you know the history behind them?
It all dates back to 8 January 1297, when François Grimaldi tricked his way into the fortress by disguising himself as a Franciscan friar.
Since that feat, the Grimaldi arms have been flanked by two monks brandishing swords.
Standing on the Place du Palais, the statue of François Grimaldi - known as ‘’Malizia‘’ (the “Clever”) - tells of this incredible chapter in the founding history of Monaco.
© Benjamin Vergély & Palais Princier

This week is European Waste Reduction Week and this year textiles are front and center.

In collaboration with more than thirty countries, Monaco is participating for the fourth consecutive year in the organization of numerous eco-responsible actions in order to raise public awareness around the three “Rs”: Reduce - Reuse - Recycle.

A key moment in Monaco to highlight and transmit good production and consumption practices.

For more information click on the link below:

https://www.serd.ademe.fr/





© Benjamin Vergély

Jean-Michel Lainé has been designing costumes for the Ballets de Monte-Carlo for over three decades.
He and his teams are responsible for creating the incredible outfits worn by the performers, bringing their characters to life. He has collaborated with Karl Lagerfeld on several occasions.
© DR

19th November - The Principality’s National Day!

Do you know why we celebrate every 19th November?

Monaco’s National Day was established by Prince Charles III in 1857, on the date of the Sovereign Prince’s patron saint's day. So it has changed over time.

On the death of Prince Rainier III, his son Albert II decided to keep the date of 19th November, as a tribute to his father.

© Johan Assenza