Monte Carlo, Monaco – Vue Générale – Postcard Early 20th Century

This early 20th-century postcard offers a sweeping general view of Monte Carlo, showcasing its iconic Belle Époque architecture and elegant urban layout. Dominating the scene is the world-famous Monte Carlo Casino, with its ornate domes and towers standing proudly over the Mediterranean. 
Monte Carlo rose to international fame in the mid-19th century with the opening of the Casino de Monte-Carlo in 1863, designed by Charles Garnier, the architect of the Paris Opera House. The casino quickly became a symbol of wealth, elegance, and high society, drawing aristocrats, celebrities, and royalty. This postcard captures the district during the Belle Époque, when Monte Carlo was flourishing as a luxury destination. 
The card is part of a printed series produced in France and distributed widely along the French and Italian Rivieras. The back mentions retail locations at Nice, Cannes, Monte-Carlo, Menton, San Remo, Lucerne, Interlaken, Mürren, and other fashionable destinations, suggesting the postcard catered to international travelers visiting Europe’s most luxurious resorts.
Front Text: "Monte Carlo – Vue générale"
Size ±: 14 cm x 9 cm
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