ANDORRA
Not quite France, not quite Spain
Andorra
Andorra is a tiny principality based in the Pyrenees mountains between Spain and France.
A beautiful country with a blend of hustle and bustle in Andorra La Vella and the tranquility of nature in the peaks of the mountains range.
Famous for it’s skiing and snowboarding, Andorra boasts three ski resorts; Granvalira, Arinsal/Pal and Ordino Arcalís.
The Facts
Population: 77,500
Language: Catalan
Size: 467 square kilometres
World Status: 16th Smallest Country by Land
Population Status: 11th Smallest Country by Population
Seasonal Living
Winter in Andorra is notorious for its sports and seasonal festivities. With a huge influx of workers from around the world, looking to obtain a temporary residency in order to both work, whilst also enjoying the winter sports.
Due to Andorra not being a member of the European Union, it makes obtaining a seasonal residency much easier for those who hail from outside of Europe.
This creates a beautiful melting pot of cultures and ways of life within the Pyrenees mountains.
Languages
Due to the mix of cultures and nationalities, you never quite know what language you ought to be speaking in Andorra.
The national language is Catalan, which is not the same as Spanish for those practising on Duolingo before your winter holiday.
Spanish, English and French are never far away when communicating in Andorra. There is a huge South American contingency here in Andorra, bolstering the Spanish speakers, whilst there are areas where the French language is far more prevalent.
What to do?
Looking to explore Andorra, then it would probably help to know what goes on here. Although small in size, this country packs a lot of exciting activities and excursions for those adventure-lovers. Whilst also having the luxuries of a consumerist world in Andorra La Vella, with vast shopping centres, restaurants and nightlife.
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