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Wirtland ['wˇrtlənd] (aka: Virtlandia; Виртландия; Hayalistan) claims to be the world's first internet-based sovereign country. Wirtland is an experiment into legitimacy and self-sustainability of a country without its own soil. An extract from Wirtland's Statute follows:
"While the boundaries of sovereign states are becoming symbolic in Europe, in other world's regions sovereignty is increasingly challenged, and separatism leads to bloodshed and terrorism. Both trends suggest for a serious rethinking of the notion of self-identification in a changing world. For an individual, who is not actively involved in political life, there are too few options for self-identification. We believe people should be offered a broader choice.
Wirtland's concept is a country that transcends national borders without breaching or lessening the sovereignty of any involved. Many people feel powerless when it comes to events that transpire within the governments of their home country, so the creation of a country where they can enact changes and contribute in a meaningful way makes them feel better. This idea can become a movement and, given time, can affect change in real world. Wirtland is the newest alternative for people's self-identification. It is a democratic and peaceful alternative.
Who can apply for becoming a Wirtlander? Everyone".
> read FAQ > about legal status of Wirtland
History and government
Wirtland was founded on August 14, 2008 as a public initiative. It is represented through its official website. Currently Wirtland is governed by Chancellor, and aims to become a parliamentary democracy. In July 2009 Global Antiwar Party was registered in Wirtland.
Population
Population consists of citizens of Wirtland (Witizens) and tourists. Everyone can apply for becoming a citizen. A letter with self-introduction to web (at) wirtland.com is required to issue a residence permit or identity card. Wirtland offers equal democratic rights and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, age, religion, race, gender. > about citizenship
Economy and culture
Wirtland aims to become economically self-sustaining. Wirtland builds communities, which will offer political and economic benefits, generate employment opportunities, provide new sources of artistic creativity and independent opinion-sharing. In July 2009 Wirtland issued "Wirtland Crane", the world's first gold coin produced by internet-based country, followed by "Silver Crane" in September.
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Motto: Virtus, non copia vincit (Latin) "Courage, not multitude, wins" |
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Anthem: Watch What Happens (music my Michel Legrand) |
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Capital |
Wirtland |
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Largest city |
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Official language |
Universal [1] |
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Population |
850 (as of 01.11.2009) |
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Demonym |
Wirtlander; Witizen |
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Government |
Parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy |
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Currency |
Multi currency, ICU |
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Internet TLD |
.wl[2], (temporary: .net, .com) |
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[1] any language which can be translated online [2] application pending |
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