Menton © Claire2595 – licence from Wikimedia Commons The two towns had emancipated themselves from Monaco under the protection of the Kingdom of Sardinia (these two towns subsequently became French in 1861).
In 1848, the Principality of Monaco lost Roquebrune and Menton, which was 80% of its territory. How to bail out the Principality’s accounts! In 1856 he decided to authorise the construction of a casino in Monaco. In the mid-19th century, Prince Charles III sought financial resources for the Principality. 🗺 Download the free City Map of Monaco.🤩 Get familiar with the French Riviera.📚 Read the DK Eyewitness Provence and the Côte d’Azur Travel Guide.🥗 Experience the culture and food of Old Nice on a 4-hour sightseeing and tasting tour.
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