About Liechtenstein
The fourth-smallest state in Europe lies in the centre of the Alps, between Switzerland and Austria. Liechtenstein is the sixth-smallest country in the world.
The area of land which is now covered by the Principality of Liechtenstein has been a hereditary monarchy since 1719. Prior to that the land was under absolutist rule.
The Princely House has its origins in Lower Austria and purchased the County of Vaduz in 1699 and the lands of Schellenberg in 1712.
Liechtenstein's parliament ('Landtag') comprises 25 members and, together with the Prince, forms the state's legislative branch.
The government of the Principality of Liechtenstein has five Ministers, each of whom is responsible for one or more governmental departments.
Five political parties are currently represented in Liechtenstein's parliament.
Liechtenstein is formed of eleven municipalities, six of which are in the Oberland (south).
The region now covered by the Principality of Liechtenstein was first occupied during the Neolithic Period and has been an independent state under the rule of the Princely House of Liechtenstein since 1719.
Liechtenstein is an attractive business location with a well-developed infrastructure. From its agricultural origins, it has developed over course of the last 60 years to become a modern, innovative state.
The Principality of Liechtenstein is home to numerous interesting personalities in a very small area, which you can meet on your journey of discovery through the country.
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