🇱🇮 Liechtenstein

Principality of Liechtenstein

Flag of Liechtenstein

Basic Information

Capital
Vaduz
Region
Europe / Western Europe
Population
39,747
Area
160 km²
Currencies
Swiss franc (Fr)
Languages
German

About Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein's history is deeply intertwined with the Holy Roman Empire, emerging as a principality in the early 18th century. The territory was consolidated through the acquisition of the County of Vaduz and the Lordship of Schellenberg. It gained full sovereignty with the dissolution of the German Confederation in 1866, establishing itself as an independent state. Throughout the 20th century, Liechtenstein maintained a policy of neutrality, navigating both World Wars without direct involvement. The principality has since focused on economic diversification, particularly in the financial sector, and has become a prosperous nation. Today, Liechtenstein continues to be ruled by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein, blending tradition with modern governance.

Codes & Identifiers

ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
LI
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
LIE
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Political Information

System of Government
Constitutional Monarchy
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes

Additional Flags & Symbols

Balzers
Balzers
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Gamprin
Gamprin
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Ruggell
Ruggell
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Schaan
Schaan
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Vaduz
Vaduz
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