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The Monte Carlo Casino and the surrounding area were the location for several James Bond movies. The casino was completed in 1863 in the Belle Époque style. Citizens of Monaco are not permitted inside the casino. The Principality of Monaco is a sovereign city state on the French Riviera, located less than10 miles from Italy and it is bordered on three sides by France. Nearly 36,000 people live in an area of .76 square miles, making it the most densely populated country in the world. AIMG_2970

According to Wikipedia, the Principality of Monaco boasts the world's highest GDP nominal per capita at $151,630. The Principality of Monaco is a sovereign city state on the French Riviera, located less than10 miles from Italy and it is bordered on three sides by France. Nearly 36,000 people live in an area of .76 square miles, making it the most densely populated country in the world. AIMG_2971

The starting line of the the Monaco Grand Prix Formula One race on a non-race day when the street was empty. The race has been held annually since 1955 and features tight turns and changes of elevation. AIMG_2812

Albino Peacock feathers AIMG_5378

The somewhat comical backside of an Albino Peacock. To see the peacock from a much better angle, click on www.flickr.com/photos/ejhrap/6942294476/in/photostream . AIMG_5377

A white Peacock in all its glory. AIMG_5374

Southwick Zoo - Black tailed prarie dogs are rodents that inhabit the Great Plains of North America. They are social animals that nest underground

Southwick Zoo - Giraffe AIMG_5384

Southwick Zoo - Common parakeets originated in Australia but are kept as pets throughout the world. AIMG_5366