Principality of Liechtenstein.

Ever heard of Vaduz? Well it is the capitol of one of the smallest countries if not the smallest country. However, in all actuality it is a principality and so being a country is questionable. If you are interested you can check out this tiny place ruled by its Prince and Princess at:
http://www.tourismus.li/en/our-country/about-Liechtenstein.html
or
http://www.infoplease.com/country/liechtenstein.html

Vaduz Castle

  The Red House

                                 

                                                                                   A little model of Vaduz Castle

This rich little German speaking place a bit smaller than Washington DC is in Europe, right smack in the middle of the Alps, but is not part of the European Union. So, just so you know, it uses the Swiss Franc, but accepts the Euro...tourism at its finest.