A festive guide to Monaco - in pictures

  • A winter sunset in Monaco from the balcony of a suite at Hotel De Paris. Hayley Skirka / The National
    A winter sunset in Monaco from the balcony of a suite at Hotel De Paris. Hayley Skirka / The National
  • A towering Christmas tree in Casino Square. Photo: Monte-Carlo Society des Bains de Mer
    A towering Christmas tree in Casino Square. Photo: Monte-Carlo Society des Bains de Mer
  • Monte-Carlo has more than one traditional Christmas market. Hayley Skirka / The National
    Monte-Carlo has more than one traditional Christmas market. Hayley Skirka / The National
  • Monte-Carlo's snow globes light up Casino Square every December. Photo: Monte-Carlo Society des Bains de Mer
    Monte-Carlo's snow globes light up Casino Square every December. Photo: Monte-Carlo Society des Bains de Mer
  • Monaco's designer stores dressed in their winter finery. Hayley Skirka / The National
    Monaco's designer stores dressed in their winter finery. Hayley Skirka / The National
  • Traditional festive cabins sit in front of luxury designer stores in Monte-Carlo. Hayley Skirka / The National
    Traditional festive cabins sit in front of luxury designer stores in Monte-Carlo. Hayley Skirka / The National
  • The Belle Epoque Casino de Monte-Carlo shines in winter. Photo: Monte-Carlo Society des Bains de Mer
    The Belle Epoque Casino de Monte-Carlo shines in winter. Photo: Monte-Carlo Society des Bains de Mer
  • Les Jardins Saint Martin offers a quiet spot to drink in ocean views. Hayley Skirka / The National
    Les Jardins Saint Martin offers a quiet spot to drink in ocean views. Hayley Skirka / The National