Liechtenstein Quick Facts…
Official Name | Principality of Liechtenstein |
Common Name | Liechtenstein – /ˈlɪk.tən.staɪn/ |
Nationality | Liechtensteiner(s) – noun, Liechtenstein – adjective |
Independence | Principality of Liechtenstein established in 1719; Independence from the Holy Roman Empire in 1806; Independence from the German Confederation in 1866 |
Administrative Divisions | 11 communes |
Total Population | 40,272 (#212) with 14.6% urbanized – 2023 estimate |
Major Urban Areas | Vaduz (capital city) |
Major Languages | German (official) |
Electricity Access | 100% of total population |
Internet Access | 96% of total population |
Currency | Swiss Francs (CHF) |
Real GDP (PPP) | $5.0 billion – 2014 estimate |
Real GDP per Capita | $139,100 (#1) – 2009 estimate |
Total Area | 160 sq km / 62 sq mi (#219) with 0% water area |
Geographic Region | Europe – Western Europe |
Bordering Countries | Austria, Switzerland |
Bordering Water Bodies | None |
National Anthem: “Oben am jungen Rhein” (High Above the Young Rhine)