Culture
Monιgasque culture is the type one buys a new frock for; it's an ideal
accompaniment to martinis and finger food. Most of its cultural
institutions sprang up fresh-faced in the 17th century under the patronage
of Prince Honorι III. The prize-winning Monte Carlo Philharmonic has been
thumping out tunes since 1863, while the more modern Monte Carlo Ballet
was established by Princess Caroline to honor her mother's memory. Monte
Carlo also has its own opera and several theatres.
If you scrape off Monaco's flawless makeup, however, you'll find the
remnants of a deeply religious, spiritual culture underneath. The legend
of Dιvote, the country's patron saint and founder, is a cherished part of
Monιgasque heritage. Every year on 27 January a torch lit ceremony is held
for her at the Church of St Dιvote. Monaco also venerates saints such as
St Roman, a martyred Roman legionary, and St John.
National Anthem
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