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Places

Name of Notable Genus AsNotedIn No Address Proximity Area
Name Genus AsNotedIn Address Proximity Area
Casino de Monte-Carlo
  • Sight
  • 1001 Hist
Palais Princier
  • Activity
  • Sight
  • Visit
  • 1001 Hist

Information »

Location

Western Europe, bordering the Mediterranean Sea on the southern coast of France, near the border with Italy - The World Factbook

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Particulars for Monaco:
Locale Type Nation
Locale Type Principality



History »

The Genoese built a fortress on the site of present day Monaco in 1215. The current ruling Grimaldi family first seized temporary control in 1297, and again in 1331, but were not able to permanently secure their holding until 1419. Economic development was spurred in the late 19th century with a railroad linkup to France and the opening of a casino. Since then, the principality's mild climate, splendid scenery, and gambling facilities have made Monaco world famous as a tourist and recreation center. - The World Factbook

Creative Works »

WorkTypeAsNotedInCreatorNote
A Man and a Woman Film
Claude Lelouch "A Man and a Woman" is set in Monaco, 1960s
Rebecca (book) Book Daphne Du Maurier Rebecca begins in Monte Carlo, Monaco
Rebecca (film) Film Alfred Hitchcock Laurence Olivier Robert E Sherwood Rebecca begins in Monte Carlo, Monaco.
The Soul of the Croupier (short story) Short Story
Agatha Christie Quin has arrangesd a little party at the bohemian cafe 'La Caveau' (fictional).

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