Beyond geography
In the search of a vision and great emotions.
The territory of San Marino (61 sq. km) is mostly hill country, roughly
square-shaped with Mount Titano in the centre (lat. 43°, 56’, 06’’ - long.
east of Greenwich 12°, 26’, 56’’ - 750 metres a.s.l. and 10 km as the crow
flies from the Adriatic Coast). It borders on two Italian regions, Emilia
Romagna to the north-east and Marche Montefeltro to the south-west.
In whatever part of the territory you go, in particular at the peak of its
mountain (750 meters high), your gaze is lost over a unique, dazzling
panorama: the fertile soils of Emilia Romagna and the soft rolling hills of
the Marche and Montefeltro, and on to dip into the placid Adriatic sea.
Nine lands, nine citadels, a small great State
The Sammarinese territory is made up of nine ancient
Citadels, including the capital, San Marino. These small centres arose as a
result of the first human settlements; each offers something to be discovered
and visited.
The Fortresses are interconnected by a convenient urban network of rare
beauty; places for pleasurable stops in the enchanting greenery of the
Apennine foothills and Montefeltro.
The capital with an ancient heart
The origins of San Marino are founded on the charming
legend of the Saint, Founder of the community and of the Republic; when, in
301 A.D., Marino took refuge on Mt. Titano.
The small capital holds a wealth of history, museums, and priceless
architectural monuments. The annual destination of millions of tourists, it is
a place of continuous discovery; a wealth of assorted crafts and souvenirs
provide a vast, pleasant shopping experience.
A window on the Adriatic
The Serravalle citadel was first mentioned by King
Otto's diploma, in 962. An outpost of the Malatesta family, it was annexed to
the Republic in 1463. In time it became an important urban centre. It has a
quaint historic centre with an ancient Castle and some characteristic quarters.
The adjacent Sports Centre is modern and well equipped. Restaurants,
trattorias and hotels make your stop in this town and the immediate vicinity
quite pleasant.
The ancient
Borgo Maggiore Market, that dates back to 1244, is of
particular historic interest because of its churches, monuments and
characteristic districts.
There are many opportunities to visit renown trattorias, inns, shops selling
typical local products and the market (every Thursday morning). The tourist
can even make a pleasant stop in the historic centre of the Capital,
facilitated by a large parking area and rapid connection with the picturesque
cableway.
A place immersed in nature
Faetano, the ancient domain of the Malatesta family of
Rimini, was one of the last strongholds annexed to the Republic in 1463. The
centre of the town is quite interesting with its ancient church built in the
last century and the Casa del Castello. A scenic locality, with a lake for
sports fishing and numerous opportunities for excursions in the nature park on
the Marano River.
A seductive glance at Mt. Titano
Domagnano was already a village in 1300. In 1463, this
territory annexed the Montelupo fortress, conquered by San Marino after its
war with the Malatesta of Rimini. Photography lovers will find numerous scenic
points here, both looking out toward the sea and toward Mt. Titano; you can
take suggestive pictures that will show off the soft, sensual beauty of these
places.
There are numerous restaurants, trattorias, hotels along the Domagnano road.
Outpost on the Apennines
Chiesanuova draws its origins from the Medieval Castle
and court of Busignano. Located in a natural environment of particular beauty,
it is placed on the first buttresses of the Apennines.
The town districts are immersed in rich vegetation, offering thousands of
opportunities to lose oneself in an uncontaminated landscape, living moments
of relaxation in total harmony with nature.
A walk among the greenery
The Acquaviva Castle takes its name from the source of
water that springs forth from the rock. Today a bubbly town, immersed in the
greenery of the surrounding countryside, it is the home of numerous local
crafts shops and many places that sell typical local cheeses.
You can go jogging and play outdoor sports and recreational activities in the
Montecerreto nature park.
Crossroads of enchanting itineraries
Fiorentino, the ancient fortress of the Malatestia
family, was annexed to the Republic in 1463. It is an archaeological area rich
in historic finds. Fiorentino is a convenient hub for various directions,
Cattolica, Pesaro, Urbino, San Leo, so you can avoid the stuffy summer traffic.
Numerous bars, pizzerias and locales along the roadway and in the centre of
town offer refreshment for the tourist.
Fiorentino has a modern recreation centre and a well-equipped sports field.
place where you can inhale both history and the modern
The origins of Montegiardino date back to the Lombard
period and perhaps are even older. Annexed by the Republic in 1463, it is the
home of an extremely ancient, suggestive Castle of rare architectural beauty
and perspectives and views that will take your breath away. The church (1865)
is also of interest for its altar-facings which date back to 1700.
