As every year, Monaco’s National Day celebrations ended with a gala evening at the Grimaldi Forum.
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On Tuesday 19 November, the Princely Family gathered to attend an exquisite performance of La Bohème by the Monte-Carlo Opera, accompanied by the Philharmonic Orchestra.
The Prince and Princess of Monaco making their final appearance to round off National Day celebrations
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Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene, dressed in their evening finery, joined Princess Caroline and her children.
Prince Albert II with Princess Charlene and his sister, Princess Caroline © Communication department / Manuel Vitali
The Princely Family attended a performance of Puccini’s La Bohème © Communication department / Manuel Vitali
Pomp and ceremony: Monaco celebrates Prince’s Day in style
Princess Charlene and Prince Albert II of Monaco © Eric Mathon / Frédéric Nebinger / Michaël Alesi / Axel Bastello / Prince’s Palace
Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella © E ric Mathon / Prince’s Palace
© Eric Mathon / Frédéric Nebinger / Michaël Alesi / Axel Bastello / Prince’s Palace
In glorious sunshine, the Place du Palais was the backdrop for a military parade, with the French Republican Guard as guest of honour.
© Eric Mathon / Frédéric Nebinger / Michaël Alesi / Axel Bastello / Prince’s Palace
© Eric Mathon / Frédéric Nebinger / Michaël Alesi / Axel Bastello / Prince’s Palace
© Eric Mathon / Frédéric Nebinger / Michaël Alesi / Axel Bastello / Prince’s Palace
© Eric Mathon / Frédéric Nebinger / Michaël Alesi / Axel Bastello / Prince’s Palace
© Eric Mathon / Frédéric Nebinger / Michaël Alesi / Axel Bastello / Prince’s Palace
Princess Charlene wore a lilac suit by Louis Vuitton
© Eric Mathon / Frédéric Nebinger / Michaël Alesi / Axel Bastello / Prince’s Palace
Order of Cultural Merit: Princess Caroline decorates her daughter, Charlotte Casiraghi