Rahim Tabet | November 06, 2014 |
Andorra
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Europe
Andorra is a small principality. Located in southwestern Europe, in the heart of the Pyrenees between France and Spain. Andorra is mainly dependent on tourism and its status as a tax haven. Andorra is not a member of the European Union but from the "Catalan countries. It is one of the European mini-states. Because Andorra is located in the eastern Pyrenees country consists mainly of rugged mountains. The Pic de Coma Pedrosa with 2946 m the highest peak. The lowest point of Andorra is 840 m the point where the river Valira the Spanish border crossing. The mountains are here separated from each other by three narrow valleys in a shape of a Y.
Andorra is visited annually by about 9 million tourists, attracted by the tax-free status of Andorra and the many leisure activities both in summer and winter. Most Andorrans living from tourism.
Andorra is a real paradise for ski lovers and hikers.
Andorra is divided into seven parishes:
* Andorra la Vella (capital)
* Canillo (largest parish)
* Encamp
* Escaldes-Engordany (founded as a spin-off of Andorra la Vella)
* La Massana (highest parish)
* Ordino (northernmost parish)
* Sant Julia de Loria (southernmost parish)
History
The long history of the country of Andorra with a rich mythology and an abundance of folk tales.
State Andorra According to various legends founded in 805 by Charlemagne. This, in gratitude for the help of local residents in the fight against the Saracens.
Language
The only official language is Catalan, the language spoken in the neighboring Spanish region of Catalonia, which Andorra shares many cultural traits. Is A lot of French Besides Catalan and Spanish are also spoken. Portuguese and English are major immigrant languages.
Population and culture
Only 33% of the population of Andorra is in the possession of the Andorran nationality. Most residents have Spanish nationality (43%), Portuguese (11%) and France (7%) are also well represented. The remaining 6% belong to several other nationalities.
As spring begins, begins the Andorran feast cycle whose chanter concerts undoubtedly be the noisiest. The chanter is a traditional Catalan flute. At Easter, Easter Monday and the following Sunday flooding the streets of the parish capital full of singers. They love the tradition of spring song in position. Around the same time, hundreds of people for the first time in the year, together with the old shrines in order to strengthen their sense. The first major festivals take place in the month of June.
Summer is strong commitment to the celebration of the vigil of St. John and St. Peter's in all parishes. Since several years the tradition restored which one descends the slopes with torches. In July and August, the main village celebrations erupt in the valleys, culminating in the feast of Saint Mary in August. They are celebrations of encounter, play and feast.
From 1806 to 1867 the flag of Andorra was two-tone, red and yellow (the colors of Spain). Napoleon III in 1867 added the blue stripe on the flag. This has been done to show the influence on the French-state.
Medical Information
Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell is the main hospital of Andorra. It is located 1.5 km from the center of Andorra la Vella. This hospital meets the Dutch standards.
The ski resorts offer first aid stations and a helicopter you can be quickly transported to a hospital from there.
Vaccinations
For a holiday in Andorra No vaccinations are required.
For current advice, always contact the Public Health Service, Travel Clinic or the Tropical Centre.
Transport
Getting into the country
The easiest way to get in Andorra by car. Please note that you pay when you park your car somewhere. The parking attendants are known to summon you soon! Petrol is cheaper than in Spain or France.
Andorra has no airport, the nearest major airports are Barcelona and Toulouse. There is no train connection with Andorra. You can store up to France or Spain, and from there you have to take the bus.
Transport in the country
In Andorra you will find three main roads. These roads are pretty good and come from the capital along the main villages. In addition to these three main roads there are many roads with hairpin bends.
Visa
You need to visit Andorra visa.
Price
The price level of Andorra is lower than in the Netherlands.
Andorra la Vella has specialized in the sale of duty-free products such as electronics and luxury items. Other products are also dirt cheap. For drinks you pay half less than in France and supermarkets are on average 20% to 30% cheaper.
Safety
As you need anywhere in Andorra account of pickpockets.
Flora & Fauna
In Andorra you find forest, mountain meadows, glacial lakes and snow. If you love nature, you'll be fine here. The fauna of Andorra is great, there are some unique species. If you're lucky you'll see the nearly extinct Iberian ibex against. Much of the Pyrenees national park.
Andorra is a small principality. Located in southwestern Europe, in the heart of the Pyrenees between France and Spain. Andorra is mainly dependent on tourism and its status as a tax haven. Andorra is not a member of the European Union but from the "Catalan countries. It is one of the European mini-states. Because Andorra is located in the eastern Pyrenees country consists mainly of rugged mountains. The Pic de Coma Pedrosa with 2946 m the highest peak. The lowest point of Andorra is 840 m the point where the river Valira the Spanish border crossing. The mountains are here separated from each other by three narrow valleys in a shape of a Y.
Andorra is visited annually by about 9 million tourists, attracted by the tax-free status of Andorra and the many leisure activities both in summer and winter. Most Andorrans living from tourism.
Andorra is a real paradise for ski lovers and hikers.
Andorra is divided into seven parishes:
* Andorra la Vella (capital)
* Canillo (largest parish)
* Encamp
* Escaldes-Engordany (founded as a spin-off of Andorra la Vella)
* La Massana (highest parish)
* Ordino (northernmost parish)
* Sant Julia de Loria (southernmost parish)
History
The long history of the country of Andorra with a rich mythology and an abundance of folk tales.
State Andorra According to various legends founded in 805 by Charlemagne. This, in gratitude for the help of local residents in the fight against the Saracens.
Language
The only official language is Catalan, the language spoken in the neighboring Spanish region of Catalonia, which Andorra shares many cultural traits. Is A lot of French Besides Catalan and Spanish are also spoken. Portuguese and English are major immigrant languages.
Population and culture
Only 33% of the population of Andorra is in the possession of the Andorran nationality. Most residents have Spanish nationality (43%), Portuguese (11%) and France (7%) are also well represented. The remaining 6% belong to several other nationalities.
As spring begins, begins the Andorran feast cycle whose chanter concerts undoubtedly be the noisiest. The chanter is a traditional Catalan flute. At Easter, Easter Monday and the following Sunday flooding the streets of the parish capital full of singers. They love the tradition of spring song in position. Around the same time, hundreds of people for the first time in the year, together with the old shrines in order to strengthen their sense. The first major festivals take place in the month of June.
Summer is strong commitment to the celebration of the vigil of St. John and St. Peter's in all parishes. Since several years the tradition restored which one descends the slopes with torches. In July and August, the main village celebrations erupt in the valleys, culminating in the feast of Saint Mary in August. They are celebrations of encounter, play and feast.
From 1806 to 1867 the flag of Andorra was two-tone, red and yellow (the colors of Spain). Napoleon III in 1867 added the blue stripe on the flag. This has been done to show the influence on the French-state.
Medical Information
Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell is the main hospital of Andorra. It is located 1.5 km from the center of Andorra la Vella. This hospital meets the Dutch standards.
The ski resorts offer first aid stations and a helicopter you can be quickly transported to a hospital from there.
Vaccinations
For a holiday in Andorra No vaccinations are required.
For current advice, always contact the Public Health Service, Travel Clinic or the Tropical Centre.
Transport
Getting into the country
The easiest way to get in Andorra by car. Please note that you pay when you park your car somewhere. The parking attendants are known to summon you soon! Petrol is cheaper than in Spain or France.
Andorra has no airport, the nearest major airports are Barcelona and Toulouse. There is no train connection with Andorra. You can store up to France or Spain, and from there you have to take the bus.
Transport in the country
In Andorra you will find three main roads. These roads are pretty good and come from the capital along the main villages. In addition to these three main roads there are many roads with hairpin bends.
Visa
You need to visit Andorra visa.
Price
The price level of Andorra is lower than in the Netherlands.
Andorra la Vella has specialized in the sale of duty-free products such as electronics and luxury items. Other products are also dirt cheap. For drinks you pay half less than in France and supermarkets are on average 20% to 30% cheaper.
Safety
As you need anywhere in Andorra account of pickpockets.
Flora & Fauna
In Andorra you find forest, mountain meadows, glacial lakes and snow. If you love nature, you'll be fine here. The fauna of Andorra is great, there are some unique species. If you're lucky you'll see the nearly extinct Iberian ibex against. Much of the Pyrenees national park.
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