Monaco
Sand Origin
Plage du Larvotto
Random Sand Fact
Imported sand has increased Monaco’s area.
As the world’s second smallest country, land area has always been a critical factor. The nation has found a method of creating more land for itself. By adding sand.
Monaco is a popular immigration destination for expats from all over the world. With a growing population, space is scarce. Limited domestic resources, in combination with ingenuity, gave rise to the idea of transforming sea terrain into usable land, partly through sand filling. As a result, Monaco’s surface has significantly expanded. Around 20% of today’s territory has been gained through land reclamation.
Does this challenge the proverb “Building on sand invites the collapse of dreams”?
