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Discovering the San MarinoRepublic the oldest one in Italy

 
 
 

The tales say that the Republicof S.Marinowas founded by St. Marino, who coming from the Dalmatian coast stopped in Rimini. According to the legend in the year 301 he, escaping from the Devil, took shelter on  the Titan Mount and there set up the city. On the peak of the mount rise three great strong-holds, that are closed by a triple circle of boundary walls and connected with massive towered walls to the town below.
The guided tour of S.Marino begins from the ancient city gate and guard post Porta St. Francesco. From there the direction is the town centre, climbing a moderate slope and stopping in the picturesque several little squares, where you will admire palaces, churches and medieval houses… all made of local stone and preserving almost intact its very fascinating ancient atmosphere! Then, weather permitting, it’s scheduled the visit of the Cantone Panoramico, the city terrace, which offers an amazing panoramic view on the valley below.
The tour will go on with reaching Piazza della Libertà, the most central square, and visiting there the Palazzo del Governo, the seat of the local Government. Originally named Domus Magna Comunis it was built in the fourteenth century, but after several restorations and consolidations it was pull down at the end of the nineteenth century and then rebuilt by architect Francesco Azzurri.
Finally, to end the tour, the guide will show you the Basilica of St. Marino, where are conserved the relics of St. Marino and you can admire several valuables paintings and statues.

 


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