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Monaco |
Introduction:
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The Genoese built a fortress on the site of present-day Monaco in 1215. The current ruling Grimaldi family secured control in the late 13th century, and a principality was established in 1338. 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.
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| Official name: |
Principality of Monaco |
| Capital: |
name: Monaco
geographic coordinates: 43 44 N, 7 25 E
time difference: UTC+1 (6 hours ahead of Washington, DC during Standard Time)
daylight saving time: +1hr, begins last Sunday in March; ends last Sunday in October |
| Government type: |
constitutional monarchy |
| Population: |
32,671 (July 2007 est.) |
| Languages: |
French (official), English, Italian, Monegasque |
| Official Currency: |
Euro (EUR)
Current Euro Exchange Rates
Historical Euro Exchange Rates
Chart Euro Exchange Rates |
| Currency code: |
EUR |
| Area: |
total: 1.95 sq km
land: 1.95 sq km
water: 0 sq km |
| Climate: |
Mediterranean with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers |
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Map of Monaco
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