Monaco is one of the world’s most elusive countries: a rich, tiny city-state nestled amid the coast of France. It’s also known to be one of the most beautiful countries in the world. If you needed evidence, here it is:
The image shows a slim sunset on the Monaco coast during the Grand Prix racing tournament, lighting up along the water.
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Two thoughts on the photo / article:
1. I find it hard to accept that Monaco is regarded as “one of the most beautiful countries in the world”. True, it is full of beautiful people and beautiful cars, there are one or two spectacular buildings and the sea views can be attractive. But, with almost no countryside, Monaco itself can hardly be described as beautiful.
2. The Grand Prix has long finished by the time the sun sets.
I lived there for five years in the 80s by the way.
Less than 22% of this photograph is the Principauté de Monaco.