zondag 3 juli 2011

Andorra

Almost hidden on the border between France and Spain, the tiny principality of is a land of narrow valleys and mountainous landscapes.

The mainstay of the economy is tourism.

An estimated 10 million people visit each year, drawn by the winter sports, summer climate and duty-free goods.

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For more than 700 years has been ruled jointly by the leader of France and the Spanish Bishop of Urgel.

The first n Constitution was passed in 1993, establishing a parliamentary co-principality.

The co-princes remain 's heads of state but the roles are largely honorary.

The country's banking sector enjoys partial tax-haven status.

is not a member of the EU, but enjoys a special relationship with it and uses the euro.

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Full name: The Principality of Population: 82,000 (UN, 2009) Capital: la Vella Major languages: Catalan (official language), Spanish, French Major religion: Christianity Life expectancy: 81 years (men), 87 years (women) Monetary unit: 1 euro

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