Originally a medieval city-state, the world's oldest republic perches atop a mountain in north-central Italy. San Marino takes pride in its finely minted coins, ceremonial guard, and postage stamps. Well-preserved castles and sweeping vistas of the Adriatic coast enchant 3.5 million visitors a year.
ECONOMYIndustry: tourism, banking, textiles, electronics.
Agriculture: wheat, grapes, corn, olives; cattle.
Exports: building stone, lime, wood, chestnuts, wheat, wine, baked goods, hides, ceramics.Text source:
National Geographic Atlas of the World, Eighth Edition, 2004
