August / September 1994

Since the end of the last century, when Garnier’s elegant casino was built to entice Europe’s elite to Monaco, the name “Monte Carlo” always conjures up an image of elegance, style and wealth. When the advent of the railway made it more easily accessible and Europe’s aristocracy built beautiful homes and spent the winter months in the agreeable climate of the Côte d’Azur, Monte Carlo’s rarified atmosphere brought the haute monde of Europe to enjoy its elegant casino, superb hotels and rather special sophistication. …