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Vaduz (or) is the capital of the principality of Liechtenstein and the seat of the national parliament. The town, located along the Rhine, has about inhabitants, most of whom are Roman Catholic. Its cathedral is the seat of a Roman Catholic archbishop. While Vaduz is better known internationally, it is actually not the largest town in the principality: neighbouring Schaan has a greater population. History: Vaduz is said to be mentioned in historic 12th century manuscripts as Farduzes. It is however commonly believed to have been founded in the 13th century by the Counts of Werdenberg. In 1322 a mention of the castle is made, which was sacked by the Swiss in 1499. Landmarks: The most prominent landmark of Vaduz is the Vaduz Castle, the home of the reigning prince of Liechtenstein and the Liechtenstein princely family. The castle is visible from almost any location in Vaduz, being perched atop a steep hill in the middle of the city. Museums: The National Art Gallery as well as the ... Read more about Vaduz on Wikipedia

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