Monaco is a country in Western Europe, Europe. Its capital is Monaco, with a population of approximately 36K and a total area of 2.02 km². The official language is French and the currency is the Euro (€).
Monaco covers an area of 2.02 km² with a population density of 17,822/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $8.6B ($238,889 per capita) and gained independence in 1297. It has a coastline of 4 km.
Monaco is simultaneously the most densely populated and one of the wealthiest countries on Earth. Its GDP per capita exceeds $238,000 — the highest in the world — and it has no income tax, making it a magnet for the ultra-rich.
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The legendary Belle Époque casino — the most famous gambling destination in the world
The official residence of the Grimaldi family — ruling Monaco since 1297
The most iconic and dangerous Formula 1 street circuit — through tunnels and hairpins of the city
Founded by Prince Albert I — world-class marine museum perched on a cliff above the Mediterranean
The capital of Monaco is Monaco.
The official language(s) of Monaco are French.
The population of Monaco is approximately 36K.
Monaco uses the Euro (€).
Monaco is located in Europe, in the Western Europe region.
Monaco has a GDP of $8.6B, with a GDP per capita of $238,889.
The best time to visit Monaco is May–October. The climate is Mediterranean, sunny and warm.
Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)
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