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Monaco Casino

Basic Aktualizováno: 2025-07-05

Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-05 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-01-23

Location

The famous Casino de Monte-Carlo in Monaco, opened in 1863.

Diary References

1874

  • January 23: Opening ceremony of the roulette season. Marie describes the crowd as "animaux" (animals) rushing for carriages and eating in the dining hall.

Social Context

  • Major social venue for winter season
  • Gambling center attracting international society
  • Connected to pigeon shooting grounds
  • Formal dinners and social events
  • Train service from Nice for day trips