Andorran culture — small but unique, crossroads of Catalan, French and Spanish cultures. Pyrenees and mountain traditions.
Language
Catalan — only country in the world where Catalan is the sole official language. Spanish and French also spoken. Distinct Catalan Pyrenean identity.
Co-Princes
Unique state with two co-princes: Bishop of Urgell (Spain) and President of France. Tradition since 1278. World unique diarchy continuing 747 years.
Music and Folklore
Traditional Pyrenean music — gralla, Catalan bagpipe. Sardana dance. Festa Major in every village. Narciso Yepes International Festival (classical guitar).
Skiing and Sports
National sport — skiing. Grandvalira, Vallnord resorts. Tour de France passes through Andorra sometimes. Basketball (BC Andorra) competes in Spanish ACB.
Cuisine
Trinxat (cabbage, potato, bacon) — national dish. Mountain trout, escudella, brou. Catalan and French influences. Local cured meats.
Traditions
Sant Joan festival. Meritxell Day — patron of Andorra (September 8). Esmolet — tradition of itinerant knife sharpeners. Tió de Nadal — Catalan Christmas tradition.
Modern Culture
Escaldes-Engordany Summer Festival. International Film Festival. No VAT until 2013 — tourist attraction. Today 80,000 inhabitants, multicultural (50% Portuguese, Spanish, French).