San Marino is one of the smallest countries in the world. It is also one of the oldest countries. It is surrounded entirely by Italy and sits high on Mount Titano. Despite its size, it has its own laws, borders and a long history of independence that makes it feel quietly confident rather than touristy. We stayed for two nights. That duration was just enough time to slow down and allowed us to really enjoy the place. We stayed in a hotel, which was right in the old center of town.
In the morning we went to see the 3 towers – Guaita, Cesta/Fratta, Montale – symbols of the Mount Titan. In the second one you will find Museum of Ancient Weapons. The third one is nice for a view.
The next thing we walked around town, stopped at Basilica di San Marino. We were lucky enough to experience a parade of the Sammarinese military forces.
I am a maniac for sunsets, so of course we had to find a good spot for it. And we did.
In the light of December festivities, San Marino was lovely decorated. My mom and I even went ice skating – probably the best ambiance I had when ice skating.
While in San Marino we mostly had pasta. I also tried strozzapreti, which are typical or common in San Marino. But you have many other options of pasta, obviously.
On the way out we shortly stopped in Rimini. On the photos Ponte di Tiberio.
On the way in we had a bit longer stop in Padua, in Italy. We had a proper Italian lunch and some sightseeing. For lunch we visited Enotavola, which is listed on the Michelin guide and Falstaff.
Sightseeing before lunch and lunch.
Sightseeing after lunch.
Nice team building trip, with lots of pasta. 🙂
Anjability 
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