According to Greek mythology, the mythical story of Heracles in Monaco ties the hero’s journey to this dramatic stretch of coast.

In 1793, Napoleon captured and occupied Monaco, bringing an end, albeit temporarily, to centuries of Grimaldi rule.

The Grimaldis family returned to power after the fall of Napoleon In the early 19th century. The princely dynasty reclaimed its rule

Few travelers think of Monaco as a Roman landmark, yet ancient texts reveal that Julius Caesar stopped in Monaco after the Gallic Wars.

While many people think of Monte-Carlo as a glamorous city, the truth is that Monte-Carlo is a district in Monaco, not a separate town.

Catholicism is the official state religion in Monaco, a fact that reflects more than law, it speaks to a deep cultural heritage.

The Roman poet Virgil called Monaco “that castled cliff,” a phrase that captures both its strategic location and its ancient mystique.

Few people realize that the Spanish protection of Monaco played a critical role in shaping the tiny principality’s early political future.

Despite its location on the Mediterranean coast and its close ties to France, Monaco is not part of the EU.

French is the official language in Monaco, and it shapes everyday life in this glamorous coastal enclave in Europe.