On the evening of November 25, 2015, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco participated in the 2015 Peace and Sport Walk in Monte-Carlo. Dozens of individuals including various political leaders and state representatives from around the world participated in Wednesday night’s walk.
The event, which began at the Place du Casino to the forecourt of the Grimaldi Forum, was held ahead of the opening of the 8th Edition of the International Peace and Sport Forum.
On November 21, 2015, Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco participated in the 30th Annual International Conference of the Pontifical Council for Health Care Workers held inside the New Synod Hall in Vatican City, Vatican. Over 500 people from 60 countries attended the three-day conference which focused on various issues including the right of access to clean drinking water and sanitation problems in urban areas.
The princess was invited to give a speech at the event to inform attendees about her foundation, Fondation Princesse Charlene de Monaco. The mission of her foundation is to “…raise public awareness about the dangers of water, teach children preventive measures, and teach them to swim. [The foundation’s overall objective is to] is to save lives by putting an end to drowning.”
On Tuesday, November 17, 2015, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco welcomed American contemporary artist, Mr. Barry X Ball, to the Palais Princier in Monaco-ville. The purpose of the Mr. Ball’s visit was to present his latest work… an 18K gold bust of the sovereign prince.
The unique bust, which will be on permanent display inside the Galerie des Glaces at the Palais Princier, pays homage to Prince Albert II’s love for the ocean and his ongoing dedication to protecting the marine environment.
If you are interested in learning more about Mr. Ball’s fantastic works please visit his official website here.
On November 18, 2015, Her Royal Highness Princess Caroline of Hanover accompanied by the Minister of State of Monaco, Mr. Michel Roger, and the Minister of Interior, Mr. Patrice Cellario, presented the Décorations du Mérite Culturel to various individuals on the occasion of Fête Nationale 2015.
The ceremony took place inside the Salle du Trône at the Palais Princier in Monaco-ville.
On the morning of November 19, 2015, members of the Princely family of Monaco celebrated La Fête Nationale Monégasque (National Day Monaco) 2015.
The day began with a beautiful Catholic Mass, led by Archbishop Bernard Barsi, at the Cathédrale de Monaco. Later the Princely family along with TSHs Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene’s adorable twins — Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella — appeared on the balcony at the Palais Prinicer to wave to the Monégasque citizens and to wish them a very happy Fête Nationale.
By the way, Princess Charlene is wearing a cassis double-face coat dress with cloche voilette and suede gloves designed by her dear friend, Mr. Albert Kreimler, for the house of Akris.
And, finally, on Wednesday, November 18, Prince Albert II presented medals including the Mérite National du Sang and the Reconnaissance de la Croix-Rouge Monégasque. Both ceremonies took place inside the stunning Salle du Trône at the Palais Princier.
On Wednesday, November 18, 2015, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco accompanied by Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco presented the Ordres de Saint-Charles and the Ordres de Grimaldi to various Monégasque citizens on the occasion of Fête Nationale 2015.
The ceremony took place inside the gorgeous Salle du Trône (Throne Room) at the Palais Princier in Monaco-ville.
On Wednesday, November 18, 2015, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco presented the Médailles de l’Education Physique et des Sports to various Monégasque citizens on the occasion of Fête Nationale 2015. The presentation took place at the Palais Prinicer.
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