Andorra is the 16th smallest country in the world by land area, covering just 468 square kilometers. To put that in perspective, you could fit nearly three Andorras into the city of London. Despite its size, it is a sovereign nation with its own seat at the United Nations and a distinct national identity.

The country’s political system is one of the most unusual on Earth. It is a parliamentary co-principality, meaning it has two "princes" who serve as joint heads of state. These are the President of France and the Bishop of Urgell in Spain. This arrangement dates back to a feudal charter signed in 1278, making it one of the oldest stable power-sharing agreements in history.

Andorra la Vella, the nation's capital, holds the title of the highest capital city in Europe. Situated at an elevation of 1,023 meters (3,356 feet), it sits in a high-altitude valley surrounded by peaks. Because of this, it is a popular hub for high-altitude training for athletes and a scenic base for mountain tourism.