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Location
Principality of Monaco.

Dialling code
377.

Population
3,000 (permanent population).

Time zone
GMT + 1.

Electricity
220V; European two-prong plugs are standard.

Average January temperatures
9°C (48°F).

Average July temperatures
21°C (69°F).

Annual rainfall
762mm (30 inches).

Cost of Living:

1 Euro (€1) = £0.94; US$1.37; C$1.66; A$1.93
Currency conversion rates as of January 2009

Special Events:

Monte Carlo Rally
January
Famous rally through the mountains above Monte Carlo.
Website: www.acm.mc

Feast of Sainte-Devote
January
A boat is set alight on the harbor in symbolic celebration of Sainte Devote.

Imagin@
Febuary
Professionals in numeric imaging meet and aim for a glimpse of tomorrow's world.
Grimaldi Forum
Website: www.imagina.mc
 
Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix
May
Stars of the racing world descend on the city for the most glamorous event on the Formula 1 calendar.
Website: www.acm.mc

Monte Carlo International Sculpture Exhibition
June (Biannual event)
Sculpture showcasing the world of local and international sculptors.
Casino Gardens

Monte Carlo Sporting Summer Festival
July-August
Festival of live music that attracts big name international singers and groups.
Sporting Monte Carlo
Website: www.sportingmontecarlo.com

National Day
November
Day of celebrations commemorating the reign of the Grimaldi family, culminating with a fireworks display.
Throughout the city

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