Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein is situated in the Upper Rhine valley of the European Alps. Its highest point, the Grauspitz, is 2,599 m. Despite its Alpine location, prevailing southerly winds make the climate of Liechtenstein comparatively mild. In winter, the mountain slopes are well suited to winter sports. 

Interesting, new surveys using more accurate measurements of the country's borders in 2006 have set its area at 160 km2 , with borders of 77.9 km. Thus, Liechtenstein discovered in 2006 that its borders are 1.9 km longer than previously thought.

Liechtenstein

One more card from Iris, Kevin, Mark, Roman and Dani :) You can see the map of Liechtenstein and Vaduz Castle, residence of the ruling Prince which has already been mentioned here on the blog.

And great Christmas stamp! Thank you, guys!

Liechtenstein

Would you like to live in such a castle? Well, this one has already been taken as this is the residence of  ruling Prince of Liechtenstein, Hans-Adam II. Liechtenstein is known as a principality as it is a constitutional monarchy headed by a prince. The reigning Prince is the head of state and represents Liechtenstein in its international relations . The Prince may veto laws adopted by parliament. The Prince can call referendums, propose new legislation, and dissolve parliament, although dissolution of parliament may be subject to a referendum.

Liechtenstein

I've been trying to get a written and stamped postcard from Liechtenstein ever since I started my "countries collection" and then some days ago I was contacted by Iris, Kevin, Mark, Daniel and Roman, a group of young students from Liechtenstein, and we arranged a swap. They sent me this card, showing the Red House and the Citytrain. 

Liechtenstein, officially the Principality of Liechtenstein  is a doubly landlocked country in Central Europe, bordered by Switzerland and Austria. Its area is just over 160 square kilometres, and it has an estimated population of 35,000. Iris, Kvein, Mark, Daniel and Roman say it takes only about 30 minutes to cross the whole country from the north to the south by car. Its capital is Vaduz, though the biggest town is Schaan. Liechtenstein has the highest gross domestic product per person in the world when adjusted by purchasing power parity, and has the world's lowest external debt. Liechtenstein also has the second lowest unemployment rate in the world at 1.5% . Great country to live in indeed!

One more Christmas stamp, if I'm not mistaken. Thank you guys!