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| Print map large | Andorra The Principality of Andorra (in Catalan, Principality of Andorra), is a small mountainous country located in the Pyrenees coast between Spain and France. For a long time poor and isolated, has achieved remarkable prosperity since World War II through tourism and its tax haven status. has a total area of \u200b\u200b467.76 km2 and 81,222 inhabitants. not have armed forces and their defense is the responsibility of Spain and France. | ||||
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| | surface Andorra , included in the Iberian Peninsula, is 468 km ², being a mountainous country, with 65 peaks over 2,500 m altitude. The highest mountain peak is the Comapedrosa to 2,946 m. has large water resources: four rivers (the North Valira the Valira the East, and the Grand Valira Madriu) and hot springs (in the parish of Escaldes-Engordany). Andorra is a co-principality parliamentary Andorran Constitution was approved on March 14, 1993. The head of state lies with the co-princes the bishop of Seo de Urgel and president of the French Republic , as heir of the Count of Foix, represented respectively by Joan Enric Vives i Sicilia (September 2004) and Nicolas Sarkozy (May 2007). The General Council (General Council) is the legislative body is a unicameral parliament mixed and equal representation of the national population and the seven parishes, comprising 28 members elected every four years. The Government is the executive . It currently comprises the Head of Government (Albert Pintat, elected by the General Council) and eleven ministers. Finally, the Comuns are representative bodies and civil administration parishes, which are equivalent to the municipalities. Andorra is divided geographically into seven parishes which protocol order is: Canillo. Parish country's largest. Encamp. Parish in the heart of the country. Ordino. Parish farther north. La Massana Andorra la Vella. most populous parish, whose main city is the capital of the country. Sant Julia de Loria. Parish to the south of the country (English border). Escaldes-Engordany . Latest Parish (formed in 1978). In turn, the parishes of Ordino, La Massana Sant Julia de Loria and are divided into quarts of and veïnats Canillo. Also not ruled out the possibility that El Pas de la Casa, now part of the parish of Encamp, one day constitute the eighth parish. The judicial system consists of the Batllia of Andorra (Batllia d'Andorra), the Court of Courts (Tribunal de Corts), the Superior Court of Justice of Andorra (Tribunal Superior de Justicia d'Andorra), the Supreme Council Justice (Consell Superior de la Justicia) and the Constitutional Court (Constitutional Court). Batllia of Andorra La judges in first instance, misdemeanors and criminal offenses and civil and administrative litigation. The Courts Court settles in the first instance, on felony and, on appeal, appeals against judgments of the Court of Battles. The High Court of Justice of Andorra is composed of a chairman and eight judges appointed by the Superior Council of Justice with jurisdiction over civil, criminal or administrative. The Superior Council Justice as the representative body, government and administration of the judiciary, ensures the independence and proper functioning of justice. Finally Constitutional Court is responsible for interpreting the Constitution of Andorra, and decide on the adequacy of other laws to it, and is composed of four magistrates Tourism is the mainstay of the small, wealthy economy of Andorra is estimated at 80% of GDP. 9 million tourists visit annually, attracted by the status of tax haven of Andorra and its winter and summer hotels. Andorra's comparative advantage has recently eroded as the economies of neighboring France and Spain have been opened, providing broader availability of goods and lower tariffs. The financial sector, its tax status, also contributes substantially to the economy. Agricultural production is limited, only 2% of the land is arable, snuff cultivated in almost all of their fields and most food must be imported. The principal livestock activity is sheep raising. Manufacturing consists mainly of cigarettes, cigars, and furniture. Andorra is not a full member of the European Union, but enjoys a special relationship with her and is treated as an EU member for trade in manufactured goods (no tariffs) and as non-EU member for agricultural products . Andorra lacks a currency of its own and uses its two neighbors, euro. Unlike other small European countries using the euro, Andorra still issues its own euro coins, in October 2004, negotiations between Andorra and the EU began on an agreement that would allow Andorra to issue their own currency. The population is 81,222 inhabitants in 2006, and its capital is Andorra la Vella to more than 20,000 inhabitants. Andorrans are a minority in their own country, with only 36.65% of the inhabitants are Andorran nationals. The largest group of foreigners is that of the English (38.27%) composed of Catalan, English and Galician mainly Portuguese (11.49%) and French (6.52%) as other major groups. The remaining 7.15% belonging to other nationalities. The only official language is Catalan , but also speaks English, Portuguese and French. The predominant religion is Roman Catholicism . The climate is typical of the high mountain : mild in summer and very cold in winter, with abundant rainfall throughout the year. In summer you can enjoy a pleasant climate, while spring and autumn are rainy seasons. The ski resorts are open, usually the first weekend of December and closes after Easter. Local time is GMT +1 , electricity is 125/220 volts both at 50 Hz , weights and measures using the metric system and the telephone code is 376. | ||||
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| | A Andorra for years it has been considered a haven for commerce. The exemption of fees imposed on products in other countries is the main cause of its large supply and commercial success. The range extends from the foodstuffs, snuff in various presentations, clothing, shoes, sunglasses, sporting goods, perfumes, jewelry, electronics and recently of articles computer. Should not be allowed to purchase if you are interested in such items, related to the International photography and video, as this territory converge the best brands in the world, with his most revolutionary and very attractive prices. The leather are another source of temptation, as well as its beauty offer much lower prices than the rest of Europe. Department stores have extended hours and attractive. Open from 09:00 to 22:00, Monday to Friday. Saturdays open until 21:00 pm, and until 19:00 pm domimngos | ||||
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| | Andorra la Vella. The capital of the principality, the largest city in the country, is located 1,000 m above sea level and surrounded by mountains up to 2,400 m altitude. At present, Andorra la Vella focuses its business in the retail electronics and luxury tax free. Despite the noise that fills the streets typical of the busiest markets, Andorra la Vella has lost the traces of its 1,100 year history. The antic barri (old town) was the epicenter of the population, and is distinguished by its short and narrow cobbled streets lined of beautiful stone houses typical of the Pyrenean villages. The country's most iconic building is the Casa de la Vall (home of the valley), seat of the Consell de les Valls (Andorra parliament) since 1702. The stone building has three floors and was built in 1580 as a private home of a wealthy family, the coat of arms of the gate built in 1761. On the ground floor, is the Hall of Justice, the only nationwide, and on the top floor, the Council Hall, where meetings are held parliamentary elections. The Set Panys (chest of the seven keys) contained in a time documents most relevant to Andorra, could only be opened if he was this one representative of each parish in possession of a key. Cultural events take place in the Plaça del Poble , a large public plaza surrounded by theater and music conservatory in the city, where they tend to congregate in the evenings its inhabitants. Chaldea. The huge resort of Chaldea in Les Escaldes , the eastern outskirts of Andorra la Vella. Fed by natural hot springs, the resort consists of a pool of 600 m², which is maintained at a constant temperature of 32 ° C. Is the ideal way to end the day's skiing. You can also enjoy hot tubs or baths Turks, both included in the ticket price, which provides a three-hour stay at the resort. Chaldean The spa is open every day, your address is Parc de la Mola n º 10, about 2 km from the square Guillemó in Andorra la Vella. Tickets can be purchased at tourist offices. Ordino. is one of the largest populations, despite the recent increase in tourism (an abundance of holiday homes and British travelers), maintains its traditional character and serene. The most prominent attraction of the city is the Museu d'Areny i Plandolit , a former manor house belonging to the family Areny Plandolit perhaps the most famous of the country. Its rugged design and interior furnishings are typically Andorra. In the parish located in the northwest, is the ski Ordino-Arcalis, where you can also perform some of the most interesting hiking trails when the warm weather arrives. Some of the highest peaks reach 2,800 m. Throughout the year are operational even a daily bus from Andorra la Vella and runs the 10 miles that separate it from Ordino. In the snow season, there is a free shuttle to the lifts of the Ordino-Arcalis from the vicinity, the only way to get the rest of the year is by car. Encamp. town is home to one of Andorra's most famous museums, the National Museum l'Automobile, which displays more than two hundred cars of the years 1898 to 1950, as well as hundreds of motorcycles and bicycles. To the north, stands the church Sant Romà de les Bons , construction of the tenth century Lombard Romanesque style, whose frescoes located in the apse are reproductions of the originals, which were transferred to the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya Barcelona. The two resorts of Encamp, Soldeu-El Tarter and Pas de la Casa-Grau Roig are considered some of the best facilities Andorra to play the sport, and are attended by mainly British and French tourists. There is a daily bus service linking Andorra la Vella, Encamp, 5 km, and is directed to the French terminal station of Ax-les-Thermes, L'Hospitalet and La Tour de Carol. | ||||
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| Formalities EU members do not require visas. There are no fees or taxes to travel to Andorra. | |||||
| Food & Fun The cuisine is mainly Catalan although it has adopted many features of French and Italian cuisines. Meat and fish are traditionally served with sauce, the pasta is also very common. Typical dishes include the conill (rabbit with tomato), the xai (roast lamb), the mashed (bacon, potatoes and cabbage) and escudella (stewed chicken, sausage and meatballs). Andorra is the most accessible location for Pyrenees skiing and snowboarding . Pas de la Casa-Grau Roig and Soldeu-El Tarter Because of its size, altitude and number of lifts, are the best seasons, but more expensive. The ski season usually last from December to March depending on snow conditions. Most stations use artificial snow machines to improve the quality of the tracks. Andorra is a beautiful, quiet and relatively untapped, characteristics that make it an ideal place for excursions . Highlight the trails located in the parish of Ordino, Northwest, and the path GR11, which crosses the Pyrenees from the Mediterranean to the Atlantic and crosses southern Andorra. Hikers refugis stay free in the (shelters) in operation throughout the journey. In large resorts, can rent mountain bikes during the summer months, in the area of \u200b\u200bSoldeu-El Tarter, Canillo in, is very popular hang gliding. | |||||
| Tours Llorts and its surroundings. Llorts The village, a hundred inhabitants, lies between fields of snuff and is protected by pristine mountains behind. This is one of the least exploited areas across the country, ideal for hiking. One of the most popular marches, three and a half hours duration, which runs through the valley west of the town, along the river l'Angonella , road leading to lakes group Estanys de l ' Angonella . North of El Serrat , about 3 km Llorts Valley, there is a secondary road leading to the mountain hostel Sorteny Borda, to 1,970 m altitude. Here may resume another road leading to Lake Estany de l'Estanyó and a mountain of 2,915 m known as the Pic de l'Estanyó . In the tiny church of Sant Martí , Romanesque erected in the curtains, 2 km south of Llorts, you can admire the twelfth century frescoes in excellent condition. From Andorra la Vella, part daily bus service to Llorts and El Serrat, 16 km and another line runs along the 6 km which separate them from Ordino. La Seu d'Urgell. is the gateway to Andorra from Spain, a beautiful place where to refuel overnight. Since the ninth century was established as the seat of the bishops and counts of Urgell, English fraction of the co-princes of Andorra. Located south of the central Plaça dels Oms , the Cathedral of Santa Maria , XII century, is one of the most outstanding Romanesque Catalonia, despite having undergone several renovations over the years. The building houses the Diocesan Museum , with a large number of mural paintings, writings and altar pieces, plus a Beatus, illustrated manuscript on Revelation, very unusual, X. century La Seu d'Urgell is located 9 km south of the road CG1 Andorra, a frequent bus service connects with the principality. Toulouse. Student Center very dynamic and lively, is one of the fastest growing cities with populations of France and has many museums, churches, gardens and galleries. Besides being the closest metropolis to Andorra and enjoy a lively nightlife, its inhabitants are reputed to be the nicest French in the region. The Place du Capitole is the main square of the city there are the City Hall building , the eighteenth century, and the Théâtre du Capitole , one of theater's most prestigious opera France. South of the plaza, is the Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter) with its streets and alleys intact from the eighteenth century. The city is full of notable churches delight to all lovers of religious architecture. Saint Sernin basilica , the eleventh century French Romanesque structure is larger, which include the twelfth-century frescoes of the north transept. The Notre Dame du Taur is a Gothic building was also built in honor of St. Sernin, a child martyr of the city who died in the year 257 AD to be tied to the tail of a bull. The black Madonna of the inner chapel dating from the XVI century. It also highlights the church des Jacobins, Gothic, and relics of St. Thomas Aquinas , now buried under the new and ornate altar. to enjoy leisure, you are advised to approach the area of \u200b\u200bbars located around the Place Saint Georges , where you can choose from a dozen clubs. The Toulouse large gay population in local meets south of the Place du Capitole and the west bank of the Garonne river. Toulouse is situated 180 km northwest of Andorra la Vella following the road and then the N20 CG2 French. There are trains and buses that connect Toulouse and the French border towns of L'Hospitalet, La Tour de Carol and Ax-les-Thermes, from where one can travel by bus to Andorra la Vella. | |||||
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