Why is the Monaco Grand Prix called the 'crown jewel' of F1?

The F1 Monaco Grand Prix 2026 weekend will begin on June 5, with the race taking place at the Circuit de Monaco on June 7. The race is called the "crown jewel" of F1 for its mix of "history, glamour, skill and bravery", according to F1. Notably, the drivers race through Monte Carlo's narrow streets, just inches from the barriers.