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CASINO DE MONTE CARLO
A magnificent
belle époque
extravaganza, Monte Carlo's Casino was built in
1863 by Charles Garnier, architect of the Paris opera house. With its com-
manding position and dazzling views of Monaco, it is impressive enough
from the outside. But within it is truly dazzling: a veritable temple to luck,
luxury and ostentatious self-indulgence, haunted by the phantoms of royal
and aristocratic gamblers including the Prince of Wales (later King Edward
VII), Grand Duke Nicholas of Russia, and many more. The stage of the Salle
Garnier attracted artistic talents such as the great ballet choreographers,
Diaghilev and Nijinsky. Modern slot machines and video poker screens look
decidedly out of place amid these grand surroundings.
Pl du Casino, Monte Carlo, Monaco • 00 377 98 06 21 21 •
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Games rooms for viewing only • Open 2pm-late daily • Adm €10
Games rooms for gambling • Open 2pm-late daily • Adm €10/free
No admission under 18, passport or ID card required, jacket and tie re-
quired in private lounges, appropriate dress elsewhere
1. ATRIUM
Paved in marble, the vast entrance hall is surrounded by 28 Ionic columns. The at-
rium links the casino with the Salle Garnier, and its grandeur gives a hint of what
awaits within.
2. SALLE GARNIER
Named after the architect, the concert hall is lavishly turned out in red and gold, its
walls adorned with frescoes and encrusted with
bas-reliefs
.
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