Hermann's Tortoise
This ancient-looking reptile has lived in the rocky scrublands of the Mediterranean coast for thousands of years and can survive in Monaco's tiny patches of wild hillside.
Flag of Monaco
Field Report
Monaco is a tiny country, smaller than many neighborhoods, tucked along the sunny Mediterranean coast between France and Italy. It is famous for its royal family, its wealthy residents, and the roar of Formula One cars racing through its streets each year. Even though it is one of the richest places on earth, most people there do not yet know Jesus, which makes it an important place to pray for.
From the Field Notebook
Hermann's Tortoise
This ancient-looking reptile has lived in the rocky scrublands of the Mediterranean coast for thousands of years and can survive in Monaco's tiny patches of wild hillside.
European Seagull
Herring gulls wheel above Monaco's harbor every day, diving for scraps near the famous yachts and fishing boats anchored in the port.
Octopus
The common octopus hides in the rocky seabed just off Monaco's coastline and is curious enough to approach divers who explore the Mediterranean waters there.
Barbagiuan
This small fried pastry is Monaco's own national snack, stuffed with Swiss chard, ricotta, and leeks, and eaten especially during the country's national holiday.
Socca
A thin, crispy flatbread made from chickpea flour that is baked in a wood-fired oven and has a slightly nutty, savory flavor shared across the French and Italian Riviera.
Fresh Mediterranean Seafood
Because Monaco sits right on the sea, grilled fish such as sea bass and red mullet appear on tables regularly, often seasoned simply with olive oil and herbs.
Monaco is the second-smallest country in the entire world — the whole nation is smaller than New York City's Central Park.
Monaco has more millionaires and billionaires per square mile than any other country on earth, yet it has no income tax at all.
The famous Formula One Monaco Grand Prix is raced directly through the city's narrow streets, meaning race cars fly past apartment buildings and a harbor full of superyachts.
Monaco has not had a natural-born Monégasque citizen sent to prison in over 30 years, partly because the country employs one police officer for roughly every 100 residents.
Because there is no room to build outward, Monaco has been slowly building land platforms into the sea, literally creating new ground where ocean water used to be.
Daily Life
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Years life expectancy
100%
Kids go to school
Missions Field Report
Monaco is home to 14 distinct people groups — 2 of them haven’t yet heard about Jesus.
Most Monaco's people follow Christianity (82.3%). Evangelical Christians make up about 1.3% of the population.
What People Believe
Unreached People Groups
These are communities of people who haven’t had the chance to hear about Jesus yet. They need missionaries — and they need kids like you to pray for them.
Jewish, French
700 people
Deaf
0 people
Prayer Journal
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