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Two young boys from a circus family perform with an Asian elephant 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.
Two young boys from a circus family perform with an Asian elephant 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
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