The Palace Guards (Compagnie Des Carabiniers Du Prince) were formed in 1817 to provide 24 hour security for the Prince's Palace of Monaco, Monte Carlo

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Prince's Palace of Monaco is the official residence of the Sovereign Prince of Monaco. Built in 1191 in Monte Carlo as a Genoese fortress, it is guarded by Palace Guards, who are on duty 24 hours a day.

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Size: 3456px × 5184px
Location: Europe, Monaco, Monte Carlo
Photo credit: © Dave G. Houser / Alamy / Afripics
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