Monaco is one of the smallest states on earth, but at the same time very densely populated. Here for the most part love to come the cream of society, but do not think that it is very difficult to get into Monaco - this is a myth. You can come here each of us, especially in this beautiful place so much interesting sights that you need to visit during your trip.
What sights to visit Monaco.
1. Casino Monte Carlo
Address: Place du Casino, 98000 Monaco
It is a luxurious place, gloss, shine and wealth is in the air and interior. This casino is considered the best in Monaco, it opened as much as 1980 by Prince Carl III. At first, it brought a large income to the treasury, but at some point the interest in him, it was clear that it was necessary that foreign citizens could come here. Moreover, in the time in Europe there was a ban on gambling houses. In this connection, it was decided to build a railway in Monaco from France. At that time, the casino was already managed by Francois Blanc, he completely changed the concept of a casino, his idea was to collect only the highest society in the walls of the building. Therefore, first of all called the most famous artists and architects in order for the building to become a luxurious emitting gloss. That in the end brilliantly and it turned out. Even our Russian writers had weakness to this institution. One of the casino fans in Monte Carlo was Anton Pavlovich Chekhov. Nowadays, any tourist can get inside, you can walk through the halls, passing the game of guests. Play or not, here to solve only you. The entrance to the institution is 10 euros. Here is a very serious dress code. Young people under the age of 18 do not pass into the casino.
2. Collection of vintage cars Prince Monk
Address: Monaco, Terrasses de Fontvieille
With this exposition of ancient car you can find on the terrace of the Fonvay district. The collection consists of 100 cars and 6 carriers. The entrance ticket for an adult will cost 6 euros, and for children 3 euros. By visiting this place, you can see unique exhibits, sometime made in Europe and America. This is Cadillac 1653, and Hispano Suiza 1928, old horse crews, there are several military vehicles. Most importantly, do not forget the camera, believe me, there are so valuable instances that will simply need to capture.
3. Military Museum
Address: Monaco, Terrasses de Fontvieille
The museum contains a huge collection of all sorts of ships, yachts, boats and boats. Going inside, you can see what naval technology was a long time ago, even in antique time and what it became. To trace, so to speak, her complete evolution. The museum has several warships of Prince Rainier II.
4. Oceanographic museum
Address: Monaco, Avenue Saint-Martin
In my opinion, this is the most interesting museum, he is right on the rock and appeared in 1889. The museum's walls are also the Institute of Oceanography, which today is developing all sorts of programs to improve knowledge about the ocean, who wants to lecture, hold conferences. In 1957, he headed this museum a well-known researcher, French Jacques Yves Kusto. He is known to many on written books, as well as movies. Among the expositions you can see: more than 5,000 different species of fish, all sorts of diving costumes, corals, invertebrates, whale skeletons. The entrance ticket to the adult will cost 14 euros, on children and beneficiaries of 7 euros. The museum works every day from 09-30 to 19-30.
5. Gardens of St. Martin
Address: Monaco, 2 Avenue Saint-Martin
This is the first public park that appeared in Monaco. Very quiet and pleasant place, it offers a beautiful view of the Mediterranean Sea. The air in the park is sweet, impregnated with all sorts of fragrances colors and plants. Usually there are a few people here, from the roast sun, you can easily hide in the shade of vintage trees. On the territory of the park there are narrow tracks from stone, along which there are all sorts of sculptures, there is also a picturesque small pond.
6. Church of Holy G.
Address: Monaco, Place Sainte-Dévote - La Condamine
Another church with a beautiful legend about a poor girl with Corsica with the name of the girl. In distant times, was tortured and killed for refusing to accept other faith of confession. She alone she gave Christianity. After death, so that the body of the girl was not burned, the believers of Christians stole the girl and decided to take another country on the boat. But, they fell into the strongest storm. Help to escape the dove, which miraculously flew out of the mouth of the dead girl. At the place where the boat was thrown, the girl was buried, and later they built a chapel. Nowadays, Girl is holy in Monaco. The princely family chose her by his patroness.
7. Garden Exotic Plants and Cave Laboratory
Address: Monaco, Boulevard du Jardin Exotique
Another great place for walking. This garden arose at the beginning of the 20th century. Here grows a huge number of different types of cacti. Some of them are already more than 100 years old, they look very impressive. The monaco climate is ideal for these plants, flowering occurs year-round. During the walk, you are impressed with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea, which will be opened from here. Also, on the territory of the garden there are underground caves, if you do a long way down 300 steps, you can see real stalactites.
8. Cathedral
Address: Monaco, Avenue Saint-Martin
The cathedral is working in the summer from 8 am and until 19 pm, in winter from 8 am to 18 pm. This is the main cathedral in Monaco. On the days of the celebrations, the ringing of bells is heard by the citizens throughout the day. Date of construction of 1875. Also, weddings are held here. In the territory of the temple there are tombstones, the Princess of Monaco Grace Kelly is resting here, who died in a car accident, Prince Rainier III is her husband.