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Games of the Small States of Europe
Andorra 2005
(30th May – 6th June)
History of the GSSE
The Games of the Small States of Europe first took place in 1985 in San Marino, and are held every 2 years. These Games are important for the smaller member states as they provide an opportunity for athletes to come together to share their cultural experiences and establish common goals and strengthen links of friendship across boundaries, while at the same time competing in a good sports competition.
Aims of the Games
to bring together, every 2 years, in a genuine and sporting contest, the athletes designated by the European National Committees (E.N.O.C.);
to back up the ties of peace and friendship between the sportsmen and the youth of these E.N.O.C.’s to promote understanding, cooperation and mutual help and to encourage consultation and exchanges of information and experience;
to promote the Olympic movement and its ideal in each member country through it’s N.O.C.
GSSE Andorra 2005
Following our success at the Malta 2003 Games and the successful following of these games by the media and the general public, we are sure that for the next edition these games will be eagerly awaited. These games last took place in Andorra in 1991.
The Member States
Andorra, Cyprus, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, San Marino and Malta.
The Sporting Disciplines
Athletics, Shooting (clay/target), Cycling (mountain biking), Judo, Table Tennis, Tennis, Basketball, Volleyball (Beach Volley), Taekwondo and Swimming.
ANDORRA
Often described as a little hump between France and Spain, this tiny princedom called Andorra is composed of stretches of mountainous landscapes and inter-winding rivers. No wonder that Andorra boasts some of the most dramatic scenery and the best skiing resorts in the Pyrenees coupled with ample hiking opportunities.
The capital Andorra-la-Vella is at an altitude of some one thousand metres engulfed by the mountains. The main attraction is the old quarter Barri Antic. East of the capital is Caldea with its complex of pools, hot tubs and saunas fed by the thermal springs. The country attracts no less than 12 million tourists per year.
The Malta Olympic Committee is responsible for sending representation for Malta to these Games.
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