Monte-Carlo Legend: The history of the Principality of Monaco

Relive the Legend, discover the major and minor events that shaped the history of the famous Rock of Monaco, through the Monte-Carlo Legend!

2013: Memorable Rose Ball on the Rock

2013: Memorable Rose Ball on the Rock

On 23 March 2013, the traditional Rose Ball was held in a special context, that of the Société des Bains de Mer's 150th anniversary. Renamed the Rose Ball on the Rock for the occasion, this event was as always organised to benefit the Princess Grace Foundation. Under the artistic guidance of Karl Lagerfeld, the Salle des Etoiles was transformed [...]

Monte-Carlo SBM Casino gambling chips

Monte-Carlo SBM Casino gambling chips

Since its creation in 1863, the Casino de Monte-Carlo has been providing clients with gambling chips that they could use instead of money at the tables.These high-quality chips were finely chiselled and inlaid and carved out of mother-of-pearl. They didn't last long, however, due to the fragile materials used.That's why in 1927 they were [...]

The Société des Bains de Mer and boxing – an illustrious history!

The Société des Bains de Mer and boxing – an illustrious history!

On 29 February 1912 an historic European Middleweight Championship boxing match took place in La Condamine between Englishman Jim Sullivan and Frenchman Georges Carpentier, who won the title.The event was organised by the International Sporting Club of Monaco at the instigation of its director, Mr Camille Blanc.He started a tradition that [...]

A new concept: The Monte-Carlo Beach Club, Saadiyat

A new concept: The Monte-Carlo Beach Club, Saadiyat

In 2011, the Societe des Bains de Mer marked an historic moment by opening the first Monte-Carlo Beach property outside Monaco. The location chosen was the island of Saadiyat off the coast of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, home to a number of new high-end developments and with a large community of luxury villas under construction. [...]

MONTE-CARLO SBM celebrates its 150th anniversary

MONTE-CARLO SBM celebrates its 150th anniversary

A unique celebration, on the premise of a dream...1863 : And Monaco invented Monte-Carlo...In 1863, under the auspices of its founder, François Blanc, the « Société des Bains de Mer et du Cercle des Etrangers à Monaco » is born, known today as Monte-Carlo SBM. Its founder had accepted an invitation from Prince Charles III of Monaco, [...]

Jimmy'z Place du Casino

Jimmy'z Place du Casino

In 2012, Jimmy’z Monte-Carlo celebrated its 41st anniversary. Although many settle down at that age, Jimmy’z continues to keep the party going!Everything has been said about this legendary establishment created by Régine in 1971 and moved four years later to the 70s decor of the Sporting Monte-Carlo. Even today, its extravagant architectural [...]

The Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival

The Monte-Carlo Jazz Festival

The history of music in the Principality of Monaco dates back 150 years and is filled with big names and legendary events. Ravel, Berlioz, Fauré and Saint Saens are just some of the composers who have chosen Monaco to showcase their work. Today, many DJs come to perform at Jimmy’z Monte-Carlo, and for the last 40 years, the greatest performers [...]

The Buddha-Bar Monte-Carlo

The Buddha-Bar Monte-Carlo

Globalisation was at work in 2010, in the Principality and elsewhere. Monaco was missing an Asian restaurant, as its customers were travelling more and more and had come to appreciate Asian flavours. There were also an increasing number of Asian customers coming to Monaco to discover its charm.In the Buddha-Bar, the excellence of European tourism [...]