Andorra Turisme and National Geographic Launch Romanesque Heritage Series

Andorra Turisme and National Geographic have launched the audiovisual series Andorra: El Llegat Romànic, now available on the National Geographic website. The project spotlights the Principality's Romanesque heritage through the stories of those who conserve and transmit it, shifting focus from stone structures to living custodians.

Unveiled at a presentation on Wednesday, the series—produced over 18 months by National Geographic explorer Javier Corso and OAK Stories—comprises four pieces forming a mid-length film. It tours parishes across Andorra, structured around history and art on one hand, and tradition and religion on the other. The first two chapters highlight restorers and conservation efforts, while the latter emphasize passing knowledge to younger generations. Each segment pairs with a dedicated photo gallery.

Key figures include restorers Mireia Tarrés and Mireia Garcia, who care for nearly 40 Romanesque churches; historian Climent Miró, who digitizes archives; bell-ringer Robert Lizarte, one of only two remaining in Andorra; and mossèn Ramon from Canillo. Lizarte called the series "a window to the world," valuing its recognition of overlooked professionals who sustain national identity. He added that Canillo will launch a workshop this September to train new bell-ringers.

Corso emphasized going "beyond the stone" to showcase people ensuring traditions and crafts remain vital to Andorra's identity, rather than museum pieces. Andorra Turisme director general Betim Budzaku described it as his most exciting initiative, extending beyond tourism to share Andorra's values globally. "What best explains a territory is the bond humans have with it," Corso noted during the launch.

This builds on a partnership since 2020 with the Andorra al natural nature series, now in its sixth year. A €300,000 Disney group deal funds production and distribution in nine countries. Budzaku hailed National Geographic as a "very solid" partner for future efforts.

A promotional campaign starts July 7 on TV, digital platforms, Disney+, YouTube, National Geographic social media, and Andorra Turisme channels, running through late September.

Some early reports described it as a trilogy, but the confirmed format is four audiovisual works blending documentaries, photography, and digital content.