A dozen white horses perform in unison as they circle their trainer in the center of the big-top ring at the International Circus Festival of Monte Carlo that is held annually in the Principality of Monaco on the French Riviera in Europe. The renowned festival was created in 1974 by the late Prince Rainier III who had a lifelong passion for the circus and wanted to showcase and honor its top performers from around the world. The event continues to the present day and every January presents 25 of the best circus acts in the business.


A dozen white horses perform in unison as they circle their trainer in the center of the big-top ring at the International Circus Festival of Monte Carlo that is held annually in the Principality of Monaco on the French Riviera in Europe. The renowned festival was created in 1974 by the late Prince Rainier III who had a lifelong passion for the circus and wanted to showcase and honor its top performers from around the world. The event continues to the present day and every January presents 25 of the best circus acts in the business. Ever since Prince Rainier died in 2005, the festival has been under the guidance of his youngest daughter, Princess Stephanie.


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Location: International Circus Festival of Monte Carlo, Monaco, Europe
Photo credit: © Michele and Tom Grimm / Alamy / Afripics
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