Prince's Palace of Monaco - Wikipedia
WEBBuilt in 1191 as a Genoese fortress, during its long and often dramatic history it has been bombarded and besieged by many foreign powers. Since the end of the 13th century, it has been the stronghold and home of the Grimaldi family who first captured it in 1297.
Prince's Palace of Monaco - Monarchy of Monaco
WEBSep 2, 2024 · Official website of the Prince’s Palace of Monaco. News of the princely family: press releases, speeches, videos, photos... Discover the history of the Palace and the Grimaldi family.
House of Grimaldi - Wikipedia
WEBThe House of Grimaldi is the current reigning house of the Principality of Monaco. The house was founded in 1160 by Grimaldo Canella in Genoa and became the ruling house of Monaco when Francesco Grimaldi captured Monaco in 1297.
Prince's Palace of Monaco
WEBThe Palace of Monaco was originally the western border fortress of the Republic of Genoa, built from 1215. It became the residence of the Grimaldi family when, between the end of the 13th and the beginning of the 14th century, …
The Prince's Palace of Monaco - French Riviera
WEBThe Prince's Palace of Monaco - ticket prices and visitors information. The Prince’s Palace of Monaco is the official residence of the Grimaldi family in the Principality of Monaco. Some of the palace’s chambers can be visited.
The Prince's Palace of Monaco: A Mini-Guide - French Moments
WEBSep 19, 2022 · Standing on a rocky promontory , the Prince’s Palace of Monaco is the official residence of the ruling Prince of Monaco. The castle has been the home of the Grimaldi dynasty since the end of the 13th century.
Prince's Palace of Monaco
WEBNov 4, 2023 · Official website of the Prince’s Palace of Monaco. News of the princely family: press releases, speeches, videos, photos... Discover the history of the Palace and the Grimaldi family.
Monaco - Prince's Palace / Places / History and Heritage ... - Gouv
WEBAccording to a founding legend, the fortress was taken by François Grimaldi on 8 January 1297. After a few twists and turns, thirty years later the Grimaldi dynasty definitively became master of the fortress and since then oversaw the reinforcement works followed by the improvement of the stronghold.
See the Hidden, 500-Year-Old Frescoes Discovered at the Prince’s Palace …
WEBJul 6, 2022 · Initially conceived as part of a Genoese fortress in 1191, the palace has served as the home of the Grimaldi family since 1297. Today, it’s the residence of Albert II, who became the 32nd...
The Prince's Palace reopens with newly restored frescoes on display
WEBThe Prince's Palace of Monaco, one of the Principality's most iconic sites, is reopening to the public from 2 April. Visitors can expect to step back in time as they admire its well-preserved treasures, including restored frescoes dating from the Renaissance period.