Sigh... Just opened this page to add photos to the comments I wrote last week only to find the page blank again. Soooo frustrating!
Anyways, last night we travelled from Barcelona across the Gulf of Lion towards the French coastline, arriving in Monaco mid morning. The water here is an incredible, clear, dark blue. We opted to just look around on our own rather than join a tour. As there's some hill climbing involved here, dad decided to stay on board while mom, Danny and I went exploring.
Saw the Royal Palace with its medeival towers and cannons and cannonballs all over the place. Walked by St. Nicholas Cathedral, a 13th century church which is the final resting place of Prince Rainier and Princess Grace.
Lots of spectacular yachts in the harbors. This is definitely the home of the fabulously wealthy... Condos near the water go for 5 million Euro.
Did not make it over to the casino... Interesting to note: citizens of Monaco are not allowed to gamble, nor even visit the casinos. Permanent population is only about 3000 people and the principality is less than a square mile in size.
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