Andorra

For 715 years, from 1278 to 1993, Andorrans lived under a unique co-principality, ruled by French and Spanish leaders (from 1607 onward, the French chief of state and the Spanish bishop of Urgel). In 1993, this feudal system was modified with the titular heads of state retained, but the government transformed into a parliamentary democracy. Long isolated and impoverished, mountainous Andorra achieved considerable prosperity since World War II through its tourist industry. Many immigrants (legal and illegal) are attracted to the thriving economy with its lack of income taxes.

Languages & Population

Approximate Population: 71,822 (July 2007 est.)

Nationality (Noun): Andorran(s)

Nationality (Adjective): Andorran

Official Language(s): Catalan

Major Languages Spoken: Catalan, French, Portuguese

Country Facts

Country Name (long form): Principality of Andorra

Country Name (short form): Andorra

Country Name (local long form): Principat d'Andorra

Country Name (local short form): Andorra

Name of Capital: Andorra la Vella

UTC Time Difference (from capital): UTC+1 (6 hours ahead of Washington, DC during Standard Time)

Countries Near by, and Bordering Andorra: Spain, France

Land Area: 468 sq km

Comparative Area: 2.5 times the size of Washington, DC

Total Land Boundry: 120.3 km

National Holiday: Our Lady of Meritxell Day, 8 September (1278)

International Phone Code: 376

Currency Code: euro (EUR)

Internet Country Code: .ad

US Embassy Location: US interests in Andorra are represented by the Consulate General's office in Barcelona (Spain)

US Embassy Mailing Address: Paseo Reina Elisenda de Montcada, 23, 08034 Barcelona, Spain