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Top Five Liechtenstein Attractions
The Princedom of Liechtenstein, located between Switzerland and Austria, offers everything from wine tasting to outdoor recreation.
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Travel to Liechtenstein in Europe
Liechtenstein in the heart of central Europe is easily reached by road or rail. Buses provide the best transportation in Vaduz and the rest of the principality.
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Sights in Liechtenstein, Europe
Top sights to see in Liechtenstein in Europe include the capital Vaduz with its castle, old town, and museums, as well as beautiful nature including the Rhine and Alps.
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Liechtenstein and The Austrian-Prussian War
Prusia's Bismarch blamed the little Principality of Liechtenstein for the Austrian-Prussian War in 1866. Find out why here!
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The Nottebohm Incident Part 2
Small countries like the Principality of Small countries like the Principality of Liechtenstein have enough trouble gaining international recognition from major countries in the world but it can even be harder getting it from smaller ones. The Nottebohm Incident pointed out the fragility of a small country’s sovereignty in the international arena.
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The Wines of Liechtenstein
The people of Liechtenstein are justly proud of their wines and traditon of viticulture which stretches back all most two thousand years.
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2004 In Review Part Two
2004 was an eventful year in many areas. For such a small country, it made an impact in many areas.
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2004 In Review Part One
2004 was an eventful year in many areas. For such a small country, it made an impact in many areas.
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The Nottebohm Incident Part 1
Small countries like the Principality of Small countries like the Principality of Liechtenstein have enough trouble gaining international recognition from major countries in the world but it can even be harder getting it from smaller ones. The Nottebohm Incident pointed out the fragility of a small country’s sovereignty in the international arena.
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Military History of Liechtenstein
The landlocked 'postage stamp' country in central Europe has faced war and recently had to fend off one of its neighbors who invaded in the night.
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Achieving The Imperial Dream
The Prince of Liechtenstein had acquire the County of Schellenberg as part of his dream to be an Imperial Prince. The next step was to acquire the County of Vaduz. But that was still not enough.
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Autumn In Liechtenstein
Autumn is an especially pleasant time of year to be in the Principality of Liechtenstein. Besides the beautiful autumn colors there are many activities to experience.
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Joseph Gabriel Rheinberger - Liechtenstein’s Famous Composer
The tiny Principality of Liechtenstein has produced some notable persons over the years. Joseph Gabriel Rheinberger, Liechtenstein’s most famous composer is one.
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The Wildmannli of Liechtenstein
Legends of Liechtenstein tell of the Wildmannli who lived in mountain caves and helped the local peasants with their chores until they suddenly disappeared. Who were the Wildmannli?
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Liechtenstein, Oh Liechtenstein! I Hear You Call My Name
Since childhood I have been fascinated with the small Principality of Liechtenstein. Come and explore its history, culture, institutions and meet its people.
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Castles of Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein has two castles still in use today. The ruins of two others can still be seen.
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The First Prince of Liechtenstein - Anton Florian
In 1719 the Principality of Liechtenstein was found by the Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire who named it after the family that owned it. Anton Florian von Liechtenstein was its first sovereign prince.
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The Buying of Liechtenstein
The House of Liechtenstein realized an imperial dream by buying the two counties of Schellenberg and Vaduz. But it was not as easy as they thought it would be.
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Liechtenstein in the 1920's
What was the Principality of Liechtenstein like years ago? Robert Shackleton visited the little country in the 1920’s and left us a picture of it in his book, “Unvisited Places of Old Europe”.
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More Castles Of Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein has several ruins of castles built by the Romans and later rulers of the valley.
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The French Invasion of Liechtenstein Part One
In the late 18th Century war would come once again to the people of Liechtenstein, this time in the form of the French.
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Liechtenstein in World War I
Liechtenstein was treated by the allies in World War I as a belligerent because of its connection to Austria. The little country was to suffer even though it did not fight in the war.
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The Witches of Liechtenstein
The 16th century under the Counts of Hohenems in Liechtenstein was a time of misery, plague, war, poverty and persecution. One of the darkest moments was the witch-hunts.
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The French Invasion of Liechtenstein Part Two
The people of Liechtenstein were to once again suffer the cruelties of war when the French invaded the little land in 1799.
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Liechtenstein Constitution Part 2
The Principality's 1921 Constitution was a big step forward to participatory democracy. The recent constitution referendum however is viewed by some as a return to an absolute monarchy.
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Peter Kaiser - Liechtenstein’s Famous Historian and Statesman
Peter Kaiser, an ordinary citizen of Liechtenstein became its most historian and statesman.
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Appenzell War 1403-1408
The little land of Liechtenstein has been invaded many times, even by their neighbours in the Swiss Canton of Appenzell.
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Impressions of Liechtenstein
Many people have visited the little country of Liechtenstein, well, maybe passed through it on their way to some other European destination. A few have recorded their impressions. I have gleamed some of them from the Internet and thought that you might find them interesting.
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The Lay Of The Land
The Principality of Liechtenstein has a varied and unique landscape.
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A Scourge of Liechtenstein
In the Principality of Liechtenstein, there are three traditional scourges - the Rüfen, Rhein and Reblaus. While the Rhine and the Reblaus have been brought under control, The Principality of Liechtenstein is still combatting the dangers of the Rüfen.
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The Dragons of Liechtenstein
Once upon a time, there were dragons in Liechtenstein.
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The Swabian War of 1499 Part One
War came to the Liechtenstein Valley when the Swiss Confederation and Swabian League went to war over an insult in 1499
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The Swabian War of 1499 Part Two
War came to the Liechtenstein Valley when the Swiss Confederation and Swabian League went to war over an insult in 1499.
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A Giant's Christmas Part 1
A Christmas Tale in two parts about how two children brought the spirit of Christmas back to a giant and their fellow villagers in the mountains of Liechtenstein
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A Giant's Christmas Part 2
Part 2 of a Christmas Tale about how two children brought the spirit of Christmas to a giant and their fellow villagers in the mountains of Liechtenstein
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Celtic Liechtenstein
A nomadic tribe, the Celts, moved into the Liechtenstein valley and displaced the prehistoric inhabitants over 3000 years ago.
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Celtic Life In Liechtenstein
What were the Celtic inhabitants in the Liechtenstein Valley like?
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Halloween Tales from Liechtenstein
Come to Liechtenstein for Halloween. Here are some tales of witches, ghosts and dragons!
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Life In Alemanni Liechtenstein Part 1
Life in Alemanni Liechtenstein was harsh but the tribe members lived a full and rich life.
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Prehistoric Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein's history of settlement goes back to at least 5000 BC.
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Roman Liechtenstein
Roman legions marched north and the Liechtenstein Valley became part of the Roman Empire.
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Royalty in the 20th Century (Part 3)
The monarchies of Kuwait, Lesotho, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg.
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Spring Time In Liechtenstein
Spring in Liechtenstein is a time of renewal of hope and the blossoming of spring flowers.
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The Legend of the Golden Boos
The last person executed in Liechtenstein was a woman known as the "Golden Boos"!
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The Walsers in Liechtenstein
The Walsers were a group of Alpine settlers seeking free land in the mountains of Liechtenstein in the 13th Century.
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Malbun in Winter
Once the abode of evil spirits in winter, the Malbun valley high up in the Liechtenstein Alps is now a popular winter sports destination.
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The Azerbaijan National Football Team
Footballers from Azerbaijan played for the USSR side until the break-up of the Soviet Union. Since then they have performed as a national side in their own right.
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Cheap Flights to Bodensee Airport
Low-cost airlines flying to Bodensee Airport-Friedrichshafen (FDH), Germany have cheap flights, airfares, and tickets to Lake Constance, Lindau, Konstanz, and Bregenz.
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The Slovakia National Football Team
Since the breakup of Czechoslovakia in the early 1993, Slovakia have struggled in the wake of their more illustrious neighbours, the Czech Republic.
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Suppliers of Imported Cigarettes to Canada
Switzerland now sells almost 80% of cigarettes imported by Canada, benefiting from the European production of popular brands including world-leading Marlboro cigarettes.
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