The national flag of Andorra (Catalan: Bandera d'Andorra) consists of three vertical stripes of blue, yellow, and red, with the country's coat of arms displayed prominently in the center. The tricolor arrangement is a reflection of Andorra's independence from France and Spain, with blue and red symbolizing France and red and yellow symbolizing Spain. The coat of arms itself contains elements representing the historical and geographical features of the country. The flag embodies the nation's unique heritage and its close historical ties with its neighboring countries.
| Proportion: | 7:10 |
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| Adopted: | 1866 |
| Designed by: | Napoleon III |
| Flag image: | Animated GIF (25 frames looped) |
| Flag emoji code: | 🇦🇩 |
The coat of arms of Andorra features the emblems and coat of arms of the Bishop of Urgell, Count of Foix, Catalonia, and Viscount of Béarn on a quartered shield, each representing different historical and political entities associated with the principality. The motto in Latin, "Virtus Unita Fortior" (Strength United is Stronger), is inscribed on a ribbon below the shield, symbolizing the strength that comes from unity. Overall, the coat of arms embodies the historical and cultural heritage of Andorra, reflecting its unique blend of ecclesiastical and feudal influences.
Andorra, officially the Principality of Andorra, also called the Principality of the Valleys of Andorra, is a sovereign landlocked micro-state on the Iberian Peninsula, in the eastern Pyrenees in Southern Europe. Its capital is Andorra la Vella, and its population is about 77,354 (2021). According to its land borders, it borders with France and Spain.
| Capital and largest city: | Andorra la Vella |
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| Other major cities: | Escaldes-Engordany, Encamp, Sant Julià de Lòria |
| Official language: | Catalan |
| Region: | Southern Europe |
| Ethnic groups: | 49% Andorrans, 24.6% Spanish, 14.3% Portuguese, 3.9% French, 8.2% others |
| Religion: | 88% Catholic |
| Nationality name: | Andorran |
| Area: | 467.63 km² (180.55 sq mi) |
| Population: | 77,354 (2021) |
| Country codes: | AD, AND (ISO 3166) |
| Internet Top-Level Domain: | .ad |
| Calling code: | +376 |
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