Country Guide • Andorra

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Andorra is between Spain and France and is a tiny country. Famed for its winter sports it is a popular destination for skiers. It has a very low tax regime so picking up a bargain is another popular pastime for tourists

Official NamePrincipality of Andorra
Area468km² (181mile²)
Population69,150
ContinentEurope
Population per mile²383
Capital CityAndorra la Vella
Religions95% Roman Catholic while the remainder are Jews, Jehovah Witnesses and Protestants
LanguageCatalán (official), French, Castilian, Portuguese
GovernmentParliamentary co principality Between France and Spain
Member of EUNo
CurrencyEuro
GDP$1.3 Billion
GDP per Head$19,000
Natural ResourcesHydropower, Iron Ore, Lead and Mineral Water
Land UseArable Land 2%
AgricultureBarley, Oats, Rye, Sheep, Tobacco, Vegetables and Wheat
IndustryTourism (particularly skiing), Cattle, Timber, Tobacco and Banking
TourismAndorra has some of the best skiing in the Pyrenees. During the summer months much of the country is ideal for hiking and exploring the many mountainous landscapes and rivers. There's little cultural or historical interest in the Country
Natural HazardsAvalanches
Health RisksNone
ClimateAndorra has an alpine climate with severe cold winters and excellent snow for the winter sports enthusiasts. The summers are generally mild with occasional rainfalls. Average temperatures range from -1 to 6°C in the winter to 12 to 26°C at the height of summer
TimeGMT/UTC+1hour
National DaysNational festival of the Virgin Mary, is celebrated on 8 September
VisasNone required
British EmbassyEmbassy Details

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