San Marino, the oldest (since AD 301 according to
tradition) and one of the smallest republics in the world, lies on the Appenines,
entirely surrounded by Italian territory. The country is stunningly picturesque,
with the majestic Mount Titano culminating in three peaks, each crowned by one
of the defensive forts that have made independence possible, and with spectacular
cliffs facing the Adriatic sea. The old city, tumbling like a veil down Mount
Titano, is medieval with modern touches which well armonize with the more traditional
buildings. If this surprising small country makes a lively visit with monuments,
museums and art galleries, its website is just as varied with information in
Italian, English, French, Spanish, German, Czech, Hungarian, Swedish, Polish,
Slovenian and even Esperanto! |