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Monaco

We are researching Monaco's regional information. The Principality of Monaco is a sovereign city-state on the French Riviera (Cote d'Azur) in Western Europe. We will feature information that seems to be good to know when advancing to Monaco.

Monaco

Location

To the north, east and west it borders France. To the south it faces the Mediterranean Sea.

Area

約2.1km2

Largest district (approximate population)

Monte Carlo(15,000)

Population

about 38,000 people

Racial Composition

Monaco, Italian, French, Occitanian

Language

French

Religion

roman catholic
- Cathedrale de Monaco

Culture

Its tax-free policy has established it as a haven for the wealthy and famous. It is also popular as an attractive resort area due to its pleasant climate and rich entertainment.
- Place du Casino
- Opera Monte-Carlo
- Musee Oceanographique de Monaco
- Jardin Exotique de Monaco
- Jardins Saint-Martin a Monaco
- The Fontvieille port
- Nouveau Musee National de Monaco

Education

Education is compulsory from the ages of 6 to 16.
- International University of Monaco


- Bibliotheque Louis Notari - Mediatheque de Monaco
- Bibliotheque Princesse Caroline - Mediatheque de Monaco

Overview of Monaco Modern and Contemporary History

1815 becomes a protectorate of the Kingdom of Sardinia
1861 Monaco independence
1911 Monaco drafts first constitution
1929 First Monaco Grand Prix held
1956 Rainier III marries Hollywood actress Grace Kelly
1962 New Constitution introduced
1982 Princess Grace dies in a car accident near Monte Carlo
1993 Joined the United Nations
2002 Constitutional Amendment
2004 OECD (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) blacklists Monaco as a tax haven for being uncooperative in enhancing transparency
2009 OECD removes Monaco from tax haven blacklist and puts it on graylist
2016 EU and Monaco Sign Tax Transparency Agreement

Politics

It is a constitutional monarchy country. The Grand Duke is the head of state and the Minister of State is the head of government.
- Palais Princier de Monaco
- Conseil National
- Palais de Justice

GDP per capita

$185,741

Economy

It relies heavily on tourism and finance. It has the highest nominal GDP per capita.


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