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Europe > SanMarino > Introduction
S A N M A R I N O |
A
country within a country -it lies totally within the borders of Italy, San Marino is an
intriguing nation- small, compact, interesting. The third smallest country in the world;
the oldest republic in the world; and a nation which has managed, despite all odds, to
maintain its independence. |
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San
Marino has acquired the status of one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations.
For that tiny area is crammed with sights to see, castles and museums, cathedrals and old
houses; it’s conveniently located, easily accessible, and offers plenty of scope for
activities ranging from trekking and cycling to more sedate pastimes such as numismatics.
Add to that the fact that it offers great shopping- fine ceramics, excellent wine, and
good furniture- and you’ll get an idea of why an increasing number of travellers are
heading towards San Marino. |
F A C
T B O X |
| Full Country Name |
Republic
of San Marino |
| Capital |
San
Marino |
| Total Area |
60.5
sq km |
| Total Population |
26,266 |
| Language |
Italian,
Celto-Gallic dialects |
Religion |
Roman
Catholic |
| People |
Sammarinese,
Italian |
| Government |
Republic |
| Head of State |
Cochiefs are Captain Regent Claudio Muccioli and Captain Regent
Antonello Bacciochi |
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