Monaco's millionaires

A helicopter at the heliport in Monaco, which sees regular use by the area's many millionaires. The journey to Nice airport takes just seven minutes Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian

Luxury yachts moored in the harbour at Monte Carlo Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian

Monaco has been a destination for the rich and famous since 19th century industrialists joined British aristocracy on the riviera. Residents today pay no income or capital gains tax Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian

The Lady Moura private luxury yacht moored in the harbour Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian

Hillside properties overlooking the bay in Monte Carlo. Property in Monaco is in such high demand that plans are afoot to reclaim 25 acres of sea for new flats Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian

Luxury yachts moored in the harbour at dusk. Many carry the red Union Jack flags hoisted above boats registered in the British Cayman Islands for tax purposes Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian

Cars parked outside the casino in Monte Carlo, Monaco's main tourist destination Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian

Monte Carlo's Hôtel de Paris, built in 1864 - Monaco's most opulent hotel. Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian

A man holds a small dog on a lead in the lobby of the Hôtel de Paris Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian

A woman smokes a cigar in Bar Americain, the top nightspot for Monaco's elite Photograph: Graeme Robertson/Guardian