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This tiny principality is located in central Europe, between Austria and Switzerland. Vaduz is the capital of this Alpine "dwarf". The population is only some 35,000, but the quality of life is one of the highest in the world. It is the smallest German-speaking country in the world. It is also one of only two countries in the world that are doubly landlocked, meaning that all surrounding countries are also landlocked (the other country is Uzbekistan). Liechtenstein is a tourist (mostly winter sports) and banking center. Some of its revenue also comes from manufacturing that includes pharmaceuticals, optical lenses, electronics, metalworking, and food processing. It is a constitutional monarchy with one legislative house. The chief of state is Prince Hans-Adam II, and the head of government is the prime minister. The Prince is the world's sixth ... read more

Roman Orange was founded in 35 BC. It has probably the most impressive Roman theater in Europe. The theater is over 2,000 years old and can hold 10,000 spectators. Today, the theater hosts a well-known international opera festival, Chorégies d'Orange. Many famous opera singers have performed here. The Triumphal Arch of Orange is believed to date back to the time of Augustus or Tiberius, although some say it dates much later, perhaps to Severan. The theater and the arch are listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. ... read more