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Country in Europe

San Marino

San Marino belongs to Europe. The capital city is the City of San Marino.

CapitalCity of San Marino
LanguageItalian
Currencyeuro
Population34k

Key Facts

RegionSouthern Europe (enclave in Italy)
GovernmentParliamentary republic (dual Captains Regent)
Independence301 AD
Area61 km2
Population density600/km2
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
Calling code+378
Drives onRight

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HDI
0.960
Safety index
78.0
Internet access
97%
Life expectancy
85.4

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Monte Titano739 m
La Fratta739 m
Monte Carpegna (shared)1,415 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity91%
  • No religion6%
  • Other2%
  • Islam1%

Why Visit

Three TowersThe UNESCO medieval towers of Guaita, Cesta and Montale crown Monte Titano.
World's Oldest RepublicFounded in 301 AD, San Marino claims the world's oldest constitutional government.
Panoramic ViewsThe old city overlooks the Adriatic coast, Apennines and even distant peaks on clear days.
Duty-Free ShoppingLower taxes attract visitors for electronics, liquor and luxury goods.
Palazzo PubblicoThe Gothic seat of government and state museum overlooking the main piazza.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Serravalle
11k
Borgo Maggiore
7.3k
City of San Marino
4.1k

Climate Overview

3CJan avg.
24CJul avg.
770 mmYearly rainfall
Mediterranean / ContinentalClimate

Other Quick Info

Currencyeuro
Official languageItalian
National day3 September
Electricity230V, Type C/F/L