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The Monaco tradition which brought Princess Charlene to tears

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20th December 2022
People all around the world are getting into the festive spirit ahead of the Christmas celebrations. And in Monaco, once Christmas comes to an end, people look forward to January for the feast day of St. Devote – Monaco’s patron saint. Celebrations for Devote are popular across the principality and Charlene has been an enthusiastic participant in past years, showing a connection to the…
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How the Monaco royals celebrate Christmas

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6th December 2022
It’s a monarchy known for glitz and glamour, but one of the biggest and best Christmas traditions in Monaco is actually quite sweet and heartwarming. Started by Princess Grace and Prince Rainier in the 1950s, the Christmas Gifts DistributionParty takes place at the palace each year, with more than 600 children in attendance. Kids aged five through 12 join a festive party at the…
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Monaco gets ready to celebrate its first "normal" National Day in three years

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15th November 2022
The Principality of Monaco is getting ready to celebrate the first National Day without restrictions or absences in years. In 2020, heath safety restrictions meant that the public had to be limited and stay socially distant, with face masks on at all times. In 2021, the festivities were tinged with worries about Princess Charlene’s health; she had just returned to Monaco after being…
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