Andorra

Europe

Southwestern Europe, between France and Spain.

42 30 N, 1 30 E

"Virtus Unita Fortior"  (Latin) "Virtue United is Stronger
Prime Minister Jaume Bartumeu

Capital
Andorra la Vella

Government
Parliamentary democracy and Co-principality

Religion
Roman Catholic (predominant)

Population
84,082

Ethnic group
Spanish 43%, Andorran 33%, Portuguese 11%, French 7%, other 6%.

National Language                     
Catalan
            
National Day
8 September (1278) Our Lady of Meritxell Day,

Anthem
lGran Carlemany, Mon Pare  (Catalan), The Great Charlemagne, my Father

Currency
Euro (€)

Attractions
Casa de la Vall,La Cortinada,  Santa Coloma Church,  The Castle of  Sant Vicenç d'Enclar 

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Art & Cultural

The ICON

Casa de la Vall (Parliament House)     Originally built as a family home in 1580, Casa de la Vall was bought by the General Council in 1702 and is now the seat of the Andorran Parliament. Situated in the old heart of Andorra la Vella, its architecture includes both civil and military elements. Inside there is an interesting cupboard with seven keys which once held the most important national documents. The cupboard could only be opened by the simultaneous presence of councillors from each of the seven constituencies in the country. There is also a dormitory and a kitchen with magnificent 16th century murals. The Sala de la Justicia is the only courtroom in the whole country and the Sala del Consell is where the parliament still assembles.

Santuario de Meritxell (Our Lady of Meritxell)