Country Information
| Sovereign State | Yes |
| Country Codes | MC, MCO, 492 |
| Official Name | Principality of Monaco |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Monaco (city-state) |
| Government Type | Constitutional Monarchy |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Calling Code | +377 |
| Member Of | United Nations, Council of Europe |
| Population | Approximately 39,000 |
| Total Area | 2.02 km² |
| Highest Point | Chemin des Révoires on Mont Agel (163 meters, 535 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Mediterranean Sea (0 meters, 0 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | USD 165,420 |
| Life Expectancy | 89 years |
| Internet TLD | .mc |
Monaco National Anthem
Hymne Monégasque (Monégasque Anthem)
Forever, in our hearts,
Our Fatherland will shine.
Forever, in our hearts,
Our Fatherland will shine.
The one who bore the flag,
Through the centuries, divine.
Forever, in our hearts,
Our Fatherland will shine.
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the Monaco Flag
The national flag of Monaco is one of the world’s oldest national flag designs, with its origins tracing back to the early 14th century. Officially adopted on April 4, 1881, the flag features two horizontal bands of equal size, red on the top and white on the bottom.
The simplicity and elegance of the Monaco flag symbolize the principality’s longstanding tradition and history. The colors red and white have been associated with the Grimaldi family, Monaco’s ruling house, since the 1300s. These colors are said to have been derived from the coat of arms of the Grimaldi family, which features similar colors.
Over the years, the Monaco flag has remained largely unchanged, reflecting the continuity and stability of the principality. The flag’s design is strikingly similar to that of Indonesia, but the dimensions of the two flags are different. Monaco’s flag has a ratio of 4:5, while Indonesia’s flag has a ratio of 2:3.
The flag of Monaco is a symbol of the nation’s sovereignty and its proud heritage as one of the oldest constitutional monarchies in the world. It is a source of national pride and is prominently displayed throughout the principality, especially on national holidays and during events of state. The flag represents not only the history of Monaco but also its present and future as a prosperous and independent nation.