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As a constitutional monarchy ruled by the Grimaldi dynasty, Monaco is a country in its own right and independent from France, although both countries have a special relationship. A July 1918 treaty, incorporated into the Treaty of Versailles, provides for limited French protection over the Principality of Monaco, establishing a policy alignment with French political, military, and economic interests, while Read more...
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The statue of racing driver Juan Manuel Fangio with his 1950s Mercedes-Benz W196 car stands behind La Rascasse in Monaco, on what is the final corner of the Monaco Grand Prix circuit. The bronze statue is one of five replicas cast from Catalan artist Joaquim Ros i Sabaté’s original at the Circuit de Barcelona. Read more...
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La Rascasse corner, the tight 135 degree right-hand bend on the Monaco Grand Prix circuit, is located on Quai Antoine 1er at Port Hercule. Named after La Rascasse restaurant on the same corner, it was added in 1973 when the race circuit underwent a major modification after the Rainier III Nautical Stadium was built on the harbor. Read more...
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The start line of the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix is on Boulevard Albert 1er, near L’Escale restaurant and the Casino supermarket in La Condamine. Read more...