San Marino
Tiny republic surrounded by Italy, one of the world's oldest, with medieval castles on a mountain
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Ciao! I'm Amy! San Marino is a tiny mountain republic inside Italy. The castles look out over the whole country, and the capital has the same name as the country.
Quick Facts About San Marino
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San Marino is a tiny country completely surrounded by Italy, and one of the world's oldest republics. Medieval castles sit on a mountain above the capital, which is also called San Marino, with wide views over the land below.
People say "Ciao." Italian is the language, and the currency is the euro. Despite its small size, San Marino has its own history, government, and culture.
Map of San Marino
Flag of San Marino
The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of San Marino.
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✨Did You Know?
San Marino is completely surrounded by Italy
It is known for medieval castles on a mountain
People say "Ciao"
What Makes San Marino Special?
Three Towers
Medieval towers and castles stand on Monte Titano.
Mountain Republic
The whole country sits on a mountain surrounded by Italy.
Ciao
The everyday hello, in Italian.
Old Republic
One of the world's oldest republics.
Capital City
The capital is also named San Marino.
Euro
San Marino uses the euro.
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