La Turbie: The Ancient Roman Balcony Above Monaco Most Visitors Miss A 2,000-year-old monument with the Mediterranean’s most spectacular view Perched dramatically on a mountain ledge 1,800 feet above the glittering Mediterranean, La Turbie holds an ancient secret that even seasoned travelers often overlook. This medieval French village guards the Trophy of Augustus—a colossal Roman … Continue reading This ancient Roman balcony sits 1,800 feet above Monaco (most visitors miss the emperor’s breathtaking statement of power)