The Principality of Liechtenstein (German: *Fürstentum Liechtenstein*), a constitutional monarchy and microstate of just over 160 square kilometres in Central Europe, between Switzerland and Austria.

Liechtenstein flag, from Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein is a tiny country in Europe, doubly landlocked between and . Liechtenstein is located in the , and is crossed by the river Rhine. The capital is Vaduz and the largest town is Schaan. The main language is German.

Liechtenstein is in a customs union with and does not issue its own visas. The currency is the Swiss Franc.

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