Culture Andorra
Andorra was founded in 805 by Charlemagne out of thanks for the help of its residents in the fight against the Saracens. Since the 11th century, the church has played a decisive role in Andorra. In 1278, numerous battles in the conflict between the Church of Urgell and the Count of Foix were ended with the founding of the princedom of Andorra. The rule of the Count of Foix and the Bishop of Urugell secured a constitutional balance. In this way, the Bishop and the French president maintained a mutual and undivided rule over Andorra. On 14 March 1993, the principality bid farewell to its first constitution and was freed of its guardianship.
The Church's major role also influences the architectural treasures and accepted customs, which were conserved throughout the country's thousand-year history. Numerous churches and medieval bridges are impressive examples of pure, unadulterated Roman art, which can be seen in the many valleys.
Andorra's culture is strongly influenced by the Catalans, but has also made its own meaningful contributions to the Catalan culture. For example, two of the most important Catalan authors come from Andorra.
