The tiny principality of Andorra lies tucked away in the Pyrenees, between Spain and France. It’s a little state with two rulers but without a currency of its own (francs and pesetas are used as money) and with a culture combining the cultural traditions of its two nearest neighbours, Spain and France. In fact, Andorra is so close, and not just geographically, to both France and Spain, that the country’s two heads of state are actually the French President and the bishop of a neighbouring diocese in Spain; even the defence of Andorra is the responsibility of Spain and France.

Andorra is really tiny, just about 468 sq km of mountainous country. What really sets Andorra apart is the excellent skiing in the country- come winter and the slopes of Andorra become among the best ski runs in this part of Europe. The country has some picturesque towns, and good duty-free shopping for the itinerant traveller.