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The Grand Casino and Other Buildings in Monaco

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Steve

With visions of James Bond, the one place I wanted to visit in Monaco was the Grand Casino .  I was surprised at how small the casino actually was, but impressed by its elegance .  Unfortunately, the only photo I … Continue reading →

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Princely Residences in Monaco

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Steve

The Prince’s Palace in Monaco was originally built in 1191 as a fortress and has been in the possession of the Grimaldi family since 1297 .  Today, it is the home of Prince Albert II and his wife Princess Charlene … Continue reading →

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Notable Burials in the Monaco Cathedral

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Steve

The Monaco Cathedral is the final resting place of the Grimaldis, the ruling family of the Principality of Monaco .  Prince Rainier III, Princess Grace (wife of Prince Ranier III), Prince Louis II (grandfather of Prince Ranier III), and Prince … Continue reading →

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More Beauty from the Cathedral in Monaco

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Steve

The Cathedral in Monaco posesses a remarkable altarpiece (retable) created by Louis Bréa for the Great Jubilee of the Year 1500 .  In the upper register there appear John the Baptist, the Angel of the Annunciation, the image of Christ … Continue reading →

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The Cathedral in Monaco

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Steve

The Cathedral of Monaco, also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception and the Saint Nicholas Cathedral, is built on the site of the first parish church of Monaco .  In addition to the main altar, … Continue reading →

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The Church of Notre Dame de l’Assomption in Èze, France

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Steve

Eglise Notre Dame de l’Assomption (the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption) in Èze, France can be seen from miles away. This modest church, built in 1764, provides a quiet retreat for peaceful prayer and reflection. The Church of … Continue reading →

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Èze, France

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Steve

The tiny mountaintop commune of Èze, France is just a short distance from Nice. It commands a breathtaking view of the French Riviera. Its narrow streets wind up and down between quaint shops and restaurants. The sculpture of Marie by … Continue reading →

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The Outdoor Market in Nice, France

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Steve

During a brief visit to Nice, France, I visited an outdoor market with a plethora of fruits, vegetables, spices, flowers, soaps, and souvenirs. I purchased four bars of soap with wonderful fragrances and then left the soap on the bus. … Continue reading →

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Piazza della Signoria, Florence, Italy

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Steve

The Piazza della Signoria is the location of the Palazzo Vecchio (Old Palace) which dates back to the 14th century and now serves as Florence’s Town Hall. The door to the Palazzo Vecchio is flanked by a copy of Michelangelo’s … Continue reading →

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The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence, Italy

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Steve

The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore (Basilica of St. Mary of the Flower), commonly referred to as the Duomo, is the Roman Catholic Cathedral in Florence, Italy. Construction of the Gothic structure was begun in 1296 but the Gothic … Continue reading →

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