"Keeweechic's Liechtenstein" Liechtenstein by keeweechic

Liechtenstein Travel Guide: 551 reviews and 1,208 photos

Liechtenstein is a principality between Austria and Switzerland, right in the heart of Europe. It is one of the smallest independent sovereign states of Europe along with San Marino (in Italy) and Andorra in the Pyrenees (between Spain and France). Only about 25km long and 6km wide, with a magnifying glass and a good map of Europe you will find it. This tiny little country has history dating back to the 14th century.

In 1719 the principality was established within the Holy Roman Empire but it wasn’t until 1806 that it became a sovereign state. During World War I, Austria was a close ally but that all changed later when Liechtenstein chose to remain neutral.

Liechtenstein has no army of its own and is a monarchy therefore with its independent status, it has become a tax haven which has supported some outstanding economic growth. They enjoy one of the highest standards of living in the world and unemployment is very rare.

The capital of Liechtenstein is Vaduz. Liechtenstein now has a State Art Collection which contains works by Rubens which are considered to be among the greatest in the World, a Postage Stamp Museum famous world-wide for its stamps and Ski Museum which covers over 100 years of skiing history.

Unless you are going to Liechtenstein for skiing or hiking, then you are probably just passing through. There is little else to see and there is usually only 3 reasons why people to visit - to collect stamps, to get a stamp in the passport and to say that you have actually visited this little country. I was a passer-through, stopping only for a couple of hours to take a look, buy my postcards and of course the stamps, but that is probably all the time you will need. Prices are fairly expensive.

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Intro Updated Jul 30, 2006
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Reviews (12)

Just a Short Stop Things to Do (6)

If you are like most, you probably only have a couple of hours or so to just wander around the narrow streets of the... more travel advice

Vaduz Castle Things to Do (6)

Vaduz Castle sits on a rock base above Vaduz with commanding views over the Rhine valley. The Ruling Prince, Hans Adam... more travel advice

The Rhine River Things to Do (6)

The Rhine River flows along the western border of Liechtenstein. The Rhine begins and flows from the Swiss mountains... more travel advice

Climate Local Customs (3)

Liechtenstein has a fairly mild climate with an average temperature ranging from -1°C (30° F)in January to 21°C (70°F)... more travel advice

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Comments (54)

angiebabe Apr 18, 2008 at 2:16 AM Report Abuse

nice little page - have to go back to Lichtenstein as when i visited i was in such a rush on my way to Zurich airport - couldnt find the 'passport office' or the tourist office and didnt get my passport stamped!
CliffClaven Apr 7, 2006 at 4:37 AM Report Abuse

And 60 million sets of false teeth a year.....
Dabs Sep 27, 2004 at 6:59 PM Report Abuse

I've always wondered what was in Liechtenstein :-)
grets Sep 3, 2004 at 3:36 AM Report Abuse

Must try and fit in Lichtenstein when I'm next in the area, as you say it is a cool place to say you've been if nothing else! I really enjoyed the "Interesting Facts" about this tiney country. Thanks for visiting my gorilla pages and your kind comments.
Jim_Eliason Jun 12, 2004 at 6:58 PM Report Abuse

Great page for a tiny country
barrikello Mar 21, 2004 at 2:56 AM Report Abuse

Definitely a five stars travelogue
nighthawk Jan 16, 2004 at 8:01 AM Report Abuse

good info's ... lovely pics. .. hopefully we ll find it this summer on our way to italy :-)
R-men Nov 12, 2003 at 6:09 AM Report Abuse

Great info on this tiny country! :-)
micas_pt Oct 4, 2003 at 3:31 PM Report Abuse

Interesting page about "little" Liechtenstein. Nice photos.
NateWill22 May 1, 2003 at 3:54 PM Report Abuse

Very interesting facts! Nice page! Thanks