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Andorra
🏙️ Capital city:
Andorra la Vella
📈 Country population:
80,000
🗺️ Country area:
468 km²
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| Official Name | Principality of Andorra |
| Common Name | Andorra |
| Political Status | Sovereign parliamentary co-principality |
| ISO Codes | AD, AND, 020 |
| Internet TLD | .ad |
| Calling Code | +376 |
| Capital City | Andorra la Vella |
| Largest City | Andorra la Vella |
| Coordinates | 42.51° N, 1.52° E |
| Time Zone | UTC+1 (CET), UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Population (2025 est.) | ~80,000 |
| Area | 468 km² |
| Population Density | ~170 per km² |
| Languages | Catalan (official) |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Driving Side | Right |
| GDP (Nominal) | ~USD 4 billion |
| GDP Per Capita | ~USD 50,000 |
| HDI | Very High |
| Life Expectancy | ~84 years |
| Continent & Subregion | Europe — Southern Europe (Pyrenees) |
| National Day | Our Lady of Meritxell Day (8 September) |
| National Anthem | El Gran Carlemany |
Geography & Environment
- Landlocked microstate in the eastern Pyrenees mountains.
- Located between France and Spain.
- Mountainous terrain with valleys and high peaks.
- Climate: mountain Mediterranean with cold winters and mild summers.
Demographics
- Population: ~80,000.
- High proportion of foreign residents.
- Main population centers: Andorra la Vella, Escaldes-Engordany.
- Religion: Roman Catholic Christianity (majority).
History
- Traditionally founded in 805 under Charlemagne’s protection.
- Co-principality established in 1278.
- Historically isolated mountain community.
- Adopted its modern constitution in 1993.
- Joined the United Nations in 1993.
Government & Politics
- Political system: Parliamentary co-principality.
- Heads of State: Co-Princes (President of France and Bishop of Urgell).
- Head of Government: Prime Minister.
- Legislature: unicameral General Council.
- Administrative divisions: parishes.
Economy
- High-income service-based economy.
- Key sectors: tourism, retail, banking, services.
- Tourism accounts for the majority of GDP.
- Strengths: political stability, low taxes, tourism appeal.
- Weaknesses: limited land and resources.
Culture & Society
- Strong Catalan cultural identity.
- Blend of French, Spanish, and Catalan influences.
- Traditional festivals and mountain customs.
Food & Cuisine
- Traditional dishes: trinxat, escudella, cargols.
- Cuisine influenced by Catalan and Pyrenean traditions.
Education & Institutions
- Multilingual education system.
- Schooling available in Catalan, French, and Spanish systems.
Tourism
- Major European ski and mountain destination.
- Top attractions: Grandvalira ski area, Vallnord, thermal spas.
- Popular for shopping and winter sports.
Practical Information
- Emergency number: 112.
- Plug type: C/F; Voltage: 230V.
- No airport or railway within the country.
Sports, Entertainment & Notable People
- Popular sports: skiing, snowboarding, football.
- Strong winter sports culture.
- Notable figures: Albert Llovera.
Neighboring Countries of Andorra
Andorra shares land borders with France 56.6 km and Spain 63.7 km.
Famous For
- Pyrenees mountain scenery.
- Ski resorts and winter tourism.
- Duty-free shopping.
- Unique co-principality system.
Sources
- World Bank
- United Nations (UN Data)
- IMF
- CIA World Factbook
- Government of Andorra