International Embassy Paulovia

Welcome! The Principality of Paulovia is a micronation or virtual micro-state which is a historical, political and social simulation. Paulovia was formally established by HRH Prince Paul I, on 31July, 1998. In July 2008, Paulovia celebrated its tenth anniversary since re-establishment. To mark this historic event a 10th Anniversary commemorative stamp and First Day Cover were issued on 31st July, 2008. These are available for purchase from our Philatelic Bureau The Principality made its internet debut as a virtual micronation on 27 July, 2005. Paulovia is a virtual continuation of a fictional nineteenth century princedom of the same name. During your visit you can learn about Paulovia's history , the Royal Family .  Although created for entertainment Paulovia has a serious side. The Principality actively supports environmental, educational and charitable issues in the 'real' or macronational world. This includes giving donations to charity  from income raised through sales of limited edition philatelic items to philatelists, postcard collectors and unique souvenirs through our Online Shop. General visitor enquiries are welcome and established micronations are encouraged to present their credentials.	10th Anniversary Stamp 31/07/2008
Embassy Role The role of the Paulovia International Embassy is to; Actively promote social campaigns and and donate to macronational charitable works Produce stamps and first day covers to raise revenue for charity donations Support macronational sustainable environmental policies and wildlife protection programmes Promote peaceful self-determination in the macronational and micronational worlds Support constructive micronationalism and inter-micronational co-operation Have fun!	Paulovia State Arms
Citizenship Paulovia does not offer full citizenship to persons born outside existing Paulovian estates, the Diplomatic Mission or appointed staff of the royal retinue. However, the Embassy does offer Honorary Citizenship to persons meeting our criteria. The Royal Paulovia Government also seeks suitable citizens to act as Honorary Consuls, Consul Agents and in other capacities throughout the world. Honorary Citizens are eligible to receive honours and awards for charitable works; educational achievement; courageous acts; protection of the natural world; promotion of microntationalism; and for services to Paulovia or the Royal Family.  The Crown does not charge any fees for Honorary Citizenhip or for honours and awards bestowed.	"Sparrow" National Bird
'History' The Principality of Paulovia has a short but interesting  history as a minor European monarchy with a diverse Anglo-Greek-Italian cultural heritage. Throughout the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, war and geo-political changes caused the slow decline and eventual loss of Paulovian estates in Italy, Greece, Russia and elsewhere throughout Europe. The last vestiges of macronational Paulovian Royal territory in continental Europe was lost in 1974 following the Turkish military invasion of Cyprus. Only small family estates in the UK, the International Embassy and Diplomatic Mission.	Traditional dress c.1890
Location For many years the Paulovian Royal Family has enjoyed the protection and indulgence of the British Crown and this significant link is maintained today. The Diplomatic Mission and International Embassy are located in the United Kingdom. The Paulovian Islands themselves are virtual - they do not appear on any world map, real or otherwise or in any historical atlas. But just imagine the best aspects of the Mediterranean islands you have visited and that is the essence of the "Islands". Paulovia Honorary Citizens are located and distributed throughout the macronational and micronational worlds.  Thank you for your visit today.  HRH Prince Paul	State Flag over Embassy

                                                                                             Last Update: 12-August-2008