Liechtenstein is a country in Western Europe, Europe. Its capital is Vaduz, with a population of approximately 38K and a total area of 160 km². The official language is German and the currency is the Swiss Franc (CHF).
Liechtenstein covers an area of 160 km² with a population density of 238/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $7.4B ($194,736 per capita) and gained independence in 1806. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
Liechtenstein is one of only two doubly landlocked countries in the world — surrounded entirely by other landlocked countries. Despite its tiny size (160 km²), it has one of the highest GDPs per capita on Earth and more registered companies than people.
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The medieval hilltop residence of the Prince of Liechtenstein — not open to the public but iconic from below
A world-class modern art museum in Vaduz with an impressive collection in a striking black building
A charming alpine ski resort — where the royal family learned to ski
A scenic path along the Rhine forming Liechtenstein's western border with Switzerland
The capital of Liechtenstein is Vaduz.
The official language(s) of Liechtenstein are German.
The population of Liechtenstein is approximately 38K.
Liechtenstein uses the Swiss Franc (CHF).
Liechtenstein is located in Europe, in the Western Europe region.
Liechtenstein has a GDP of $7.4B, with a GDP per capita of $194,736.
The best time to visit Liechtenstein is May–September (hiking), December–March (skiing). The climate is Alpine, cold winters, warm summers.
Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)
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