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    Norway
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    Vatican City
    The smallest country in the world offers the heart of Catholicism and among the world's finest art collections, including the Sistine Chapel and the Raphael Rooms (ceiling pictured). Go to Vatican City!

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    Macedonia: Traditional architecture. Go Now!

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    Macedonia is a country still finding its unique identity, but its architecture is already one of a kind. Explore Macedonia!

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    Belvedere Palace (pictured) is just one of many palaces found in Vienna. The capital is a good start to Austria, which also features the Alps, the Lakes District, and incredible history & food. Go Now!

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    Spain: Guell Park and Gaudi architecture. Go Now!

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    Fusion foods, lively music, historic ruins, and cultural events like the Running of the Bulls and La Tomatina make Spain and Barcelona (pictured) a favorite tourist destination. Explore Spain!

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    Ukrainian culture is based on village life, particularly that found in the Carpathian Mountains (pictured). Begin Your Journey!

Geography, Weather, & Wildlife of San Marino

Geography

Sammarinese Geography - San Marino from above
San Marino from above

San Marino is one of the world's smallest countries and is entirely surrounded by Italy. It is located about half way between Rome and Venice, Italy, near (but not on) the Adriatic Sea coast.

Geographically, San Marino is a mountain top in Italy (Mt. Titano). The entire country is highly elevated and a number of small rivers begin in these mountains.

Weather

San Marino has seasonal variations, but no true meteorological variations within the country itself due to its small size (unless you climb to the top of Mt. Titano). Winters tend to hover just above freezing (32° F (0° C)), but can fall to as low as 20° F (-7° C) at night and receive snow. Summers tend to get daily highs of about 80° F (27° C) with nights dipping down to about 65° F (19° C).

Wildlife

San Marino is home to many small mammals, including hedgehogs, badgers, weasels, and rabbits. There are a few rivers that start in San Marino and these are home to a very limited amount of sea life. More common are the migrating birds that pass through the region each year.

This page was last updated: November, 2013