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Golden Palm Trees, San Marino, CA
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San Marino Travel Guide
Key Facts
Area:
61.2 sq km (23.6 sq miles).
Population:
30,780 (official estimate 2007).
Population density:
503 per sq km.
Capital:
San Marino. Population: 5,000 (UN estimate 2003).
Government:
Republic since 1599.
Head of state:
Two Capitani Regenti are elected every six months. Marco Conti and Glauco Sansovini, since 2010.
Electricity:
220 volts AC, 50Hz.
In whatever part of this 61-sq km (24-sq mile) territory you go, in particular at the peak of its mountain, 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 the placid Adriatic sea. The Sammarinese territory is made up of nine ancient citadels, including the capital, San Marino.
The tiny city holds a wealth of history, museums and priceless architectural monuments, while a wealth of assorted crafts and souvenirs provide a vast, pleasant shopping experience.
The origins of San Marino are based on the charming legend of Saint Marinus who founded the community and the republic, when, in AD301, he took refuge on Mount Titano.
Apart from the Vatican City, it is the only city-state that is completely surrounded by another country.
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