The state religion is Roman Catholicism, to which about 77% of the population adheres; however, absolute freedom of worship prevails.
Liechtenstein, small western European principality located between Switzerland and Austria. Its capital is Vaduz.
The Swiss Frank (plural: Franken) has been the currency of Liechtenstein since 1920. The Swiss franc is legal tender since Liechtenstein is in a customs and monetary union with Switzerland. The 1980 treaty between Switzerland and Liechtenstein allows Liechtenstein to mint Swiss franc coins, but not to issue banknotes.