International

A Guide To San Marino, The Oldest Country In The World

This tiny landlocked country in Europe will surprise visitors with its lush natural landscapes, historic buildings and good food. To find out what you should do there, check out this guide to San Marino

The Piazza della Libertà of the City of San Marino Photo: trabantos/Shutterstock
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Travellers considering an offbeat destination for their European holiday should head to San Marino. Supposedly the world’s oldest surviving republic since 301 AD, the microstate is entirely surrounded by Italy. With its location on the northeastern side of the Apennine Mountains, it is the fifth-smallest country in the world. It has nine municipalities whose spectacular views, fairytale castles, picturesque medieval streets and delicious wine offer a unique and pleasant experience for visitors, some of whom likely didn't even know it existed.