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Andorra is a small, mountainous country nestled high in the Pyrenees mountains, right between France and Spain. Even though it's tiny, it's divided into seven main areas called parishes. These parishes are like big districts, and within them, you'll find many different cities, towns, and smaller villages. In total, Andorra has 44 official towns and villages, plus even more smaller settlements!

Andorra is famous for its beautiful scenery, ski resorts, and duty-free shopping. People from all over the world come to visit its charming towns and explore the stunning natural landscapes.

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Map of Andorra showing its parishes
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Population of Andorra by settlement in 2013

Exploring Andorra's Parishes and Towns

Each of Andorra's seven parishes has its own unique main town and many smaller villages. Let's take a closer look at them.

Canillo Parish: Home to Mountain Adventures

Canillo is the largest parish in Andorra by area. It's known for its beautiful mountain landscapes and is a great spot for outdoor activities. The main town, Canillo, is a charming place with a rich history. You'll also find other interesting villages here.

  • Canillo (main town)
  • L'Aldosa
  • L'Armiana
  • Bordes d'Envalira
  • El Forn
  • Incles
  • Meritxell
  • Molleres
  • Els Plans
  • Prats
  • Ransol
  • Sant Pere
  • Soldeu
  • El Tarter
  • El Vilar

Encamp Parish: Gateway to Skiing

Encamp is a busy parish with a mix of modern life and traditional charm. The main town, Encamp, is a popular place to live and visit. It's also home to Pas de la Casa, a well-known ski resort and shopping area right on the French border.

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The beautiful area around Encamp
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Pas de la Casa, a popular town for skiing and shopping
  • Encamp (main town)
  • Les Bons
  • Grau Roig
  • La Mosquera
  • Pas de la Casa
  • Le Tremat
  • Vila

Ordino Parish: Nature and Culture

Ordino is often called the cultural heart of Andorra. It's known for its beautiful natural parks and traditional stone houses. The main town, Ordino, is a peaceful place with museums and historic buildings.

  • Ordino (main town)
  • Ansalonga
  • Arcalís
  • Arans
  • La Cortinada
  • Llorts
  • Les Salines
  • Segudet
  • El Serrat
  • Sornàs

La Massana Parish: Adventure Sports Hub

La Massana is a parish that offers a lot for adventure lovers, especially in winter. It has popular ski resorts like Arinsal. The main town, La Massana, is a lively center for sports and tourism.

  • La Massana (main town)
  • L'Aldosa
  • Anyós
  • Arinsal
  • Erts
  • Escàs
  • Mas de Ribafeta
  • Pal
  • El Pui
  • Puiol del Piu
  • Sispony
  • Xixerella

Andorra la Vella Parish: The Capital City

Andorra la Vella is the capital city of Andorra and the largest urban area in the country. It's a bustling center for shopping, business, and government. Even though it's the capital, the parish itself is quite small.

  • Andorra la Vella (capital city)
  • La Margineda
  • Santa Coloma

Sant Julià de Lòria Parish: Southern Gateway

Sant Julià de Lòria is the southernmost parish in Andorra, close to the Spanish border. It's known for its warmer climate and beautiful landscapes. The main town, Sant Julià de Lòria, is a charming place with a mix of old and new.

  • Sant Julià de Lòria (main town)
  • Aixàs
  • Aixirivall
  • Aixovall
  • Auvinyà
  • Bixessarri
  • Canolich
  • Certers
  • Fontaneda
  • Juberri
  • Llumeneres
  • Nagol

Escaldes-Engordany Parish: Hot Springs and Shopping

Escaldes-Engordany is a unique parish that is essentially one large city. It's famous for its natural hot springs, which are used in spas and wellness centers. The city of Escaldes-Engordany is a modern hub for shopping and tourism, right next to the capital.

  • Escaldes-Engordany (main city)
  • Engolasters
  • El Fener
  • Els Vilars d'Engordany

Largest Towns in Andorra

Here's a list of the biggest towns in Andorra by population, based on data from 2019. This shows where most people in Andorra live.

Ranking Name Population
1 Andorra la Vella 19,383
2 Escaldes-Engordany 14,599
3 Sant Julià de Lòria 7,636
4 Encamp 7,575
5 La Massana 5,353
6 Santa Coloma 3,057
7 Ordino 3,034
8 Canillo 2,213
9 El Pas de la Casa 1,943
10 Arinsal 1,641
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