About San Marino: San Marino sits entirely inside Italy, perched on the slopes of Mount Titano. According to tradition, it was founded in the year 301 AD by a stonemason named Marinus, making it the oldest continuously surviving republic in the world. Its skyline of three medieval towers overlooks the countryside for miles around. World's Oldest Republic — San Marino has been a continuous republic since 301 AD — longer than any other country on Earth.

Capital & Landmark: City of San Marino · Population: ~34,000 people · Government: Parliamentary Republic · Nationhood: Founded in 301 AD · Land Area: 61 km² (24 mi²) Entirely surrounded by Italy. · Geographic Feature: Mount Titano · Language: Italian · Currency: Euro · National Dish: Piadina