Run, jump, slide, dance... at the Monte-Carlo circus

Updated On Jan 15, 2016 07:41 pm IST
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The Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival is an annual festival held since 1974 in Monte Carlo, Monaco. Princess Stephanie of Monaco (centre) poses during the presentation of festival, Tuesday, January 12, 2016. (AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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The Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival is an annual festival held since 1974 in Monte Carlo, Monaco. Princess Stephanie of Monaco (centre) poses during the presentation of festival, Tuesday, January 12, 2016. (AP)

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Juggler Kris Kremo performs during the opening of the 40th Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival in Monaco, Thursday, January 14, 2016. Organised and presided by HSH Princess Stéphanie of Monaco, a selection of the best international acts is presented each year which is broadcasted around the globe. (AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Juggler Kris Kremo performs during the opening of the 40th Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival in Monaco, Thursday, January 14, 2016. Organised and presided by HSH Princess Stéphanie of Monaco, a selection of the best international acts is presented each year which is broadcasted around the globe. (AP)

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A picture of Prince Rainier III of Monaco is displayed as a tribute is paid during the opening of the 40th Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival in Monaco on January 14, 2016. The Circus festival takes place from Jan 14 to Jan 24. (AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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A picture of Prince Rainier III of Monaco is displayed as a tribute is paid during the opening of the 40th Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival in Monaco on January 14, 2016. The Circus festival takes place from Jan 14 to Jan 24. (AFP)

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A picture of Prince Rainier III of Monaco is displayed as a tribute is paid during the festival’s opening. The festival has become the largest and most prestigious circus event in the world. (AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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A picture of Prince Rainier III of Monaco is displayed as a tribute is paid during the festival’s opening. The festival has become the largest and most prestigious circus event in the world. (AFP)

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The Cassely family and their African elephants perform during the opening of the festival in Monaco January 14, 2016. (REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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The Cassely family and their African elephants perform during the opening of the festival in Monaco January 14, 2016. (REUTERS)

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The Guangzhou Military Region Soldier Acrobatic Troupe performs during the opening of the festival in Monaco January 14, 2016. (REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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The Guangzhou Military Region Soldier Acrobatic Troupe performs during the opening of the festival in Monaco January 14, 2016. (REUTERS)

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The skating duo Pilar performs during the opening of the festival in Monaco January 14, 2016. (REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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The skating duo Pilar performs during the opening of the festival in Monaco January 14, 2016. (REUTERS)

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