How many countries in Europe are dwarfish states?

Europe is part of the largest continent, with a population of 10% of the world's population. The number of countries in Europe is 65, of which 9 are dependent territories, 6 are unrecognized republics. In the European territory there are also several so-called dwarf states. Having independence, they sometimes have no hospitals, no educational institutions, no other infrastructure, but they are developing steadily, mainly due to tourism. How many countries in Europe have this status? At least six: Andorra, Vatican, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Malta and San Marino. Luxembourg is sometimes added to this list.

The Principality of Andorra is the largest of the dwarf states of Europe, its area is 465 square kilometers. It is located between Spain and France. These countries of Europe control the economy of Andorra, and the influence of Spain is felt stronger: most of the population of Andorra are the Spaniards, and the Spanish language is almost equal to the official language. The capital of the Principality - Andorra la Vella is located in the mountains at an altitude of 1,029 meters and is considered the highest mountain capital in Europe. There are schools and one university in the country. Transport - only a car, there are several helicopter pads. Surrounded by the Pyrenees, Andorra attracts numerous fans of alpine skiing, and just lovers of mountain beauty.

The Republic of Malta covers an area of 316 square kilometers. Km. This island dwarf state is located in the Mediterranean Sea. And how many countries in Europe can compare with Malta in the number of marriages with Russians? Illegal immigrants from Africa and people of retirement age from other European countries aspire here. The island is also popular for cinematography: films such as "Da Vinci Code", "Gladiator" and many others were shot here. Malta is the only country in the dwarf countries that is part of the European Union.

The Principality of Liechtenstein hid between Switzerland and Austria in the picturesque Alps. Its area is 160 square meters. Km. To get from Liechtenstein to the nearest sea, you need to cross two borders. How many countries in Europe can differ the same? None. All over the world, there is only one such country, Uzbekistan. Liechtenstein is a cultural state. Despite the small territory, there are several museums, a theater, a lot of music organizations. The official language is German, but the Swiss franc is the currency .

The Republic of San Marino has an area of 61 square meters. Km is a complete enclave (locked up by the state) inside Italy. Most of the Sanmarinians live in Italy. The economy of San Marino is closely connected with the economy of Italy, and the official language is Italian. The republic is often called the oldest country in the world, since its borders have never changed for a long time.

The Principality of Monaco is a state on the coast of the Ligurian Sea, bordering France and occupying an area of only 2 square kilometers! The country ruled the prince, the official language - French, the population mostly - the French. Unlike Andorra, Monaco has rail and sea transport. The Principality is a cultural and tourist center. In Monaco is the famous Oceanographic Museum, whose director was a great researcher of the XX century, Jacques-Yves Cousteau.

Vatican. A unique state, with virtually no civilians (only the clergy). Citizenship is not inherited and is not appropriated at birth. Citizenship in the Vatican can only be earned. The influence and role of the Vatican as a world power is supported by numerous Catholic believers: it is for certain known how many countries in Europe are Catholic - more than 21, not counting the countries of America, Africa, Asia. The Vatican stands for the destruction of nuclear weapons and for the protection of the environment. The area of the world's smallest state is 0.44 square meters. Km.