Potentially sole destroying, the rugged ramble is a medieval-themed jungle gym for adults punctuated by pauses to absorb the spectacular views down the coast to the Adriatic. On a clear day you can see Croatia. If you are looking for a Ye Olde Country, San Marino is for you. The most fascinating thing about San Marino isn't its past, it is its present. Away from the pageantry of the Old City, in the restaurants and cafes and market at the foothills of Mount Titano, citizens talk, argue and occasionally yell about politics.
Political structures are amazingly inclusive and self- monitoring.
For example, the official Heads of State are two Co-Regents chosen from among the 60 members of the popularly elected Great and General Council. The Regents are from opposing political parties. There are two so that they can keep an eye on each other. If that wasn't enough, they only serve six month terms so that they won't be tempted to build up a personal power base. And, once the term is over, there are three days of hearings in which any citizen can come forward with complaints about the conduct of the Regent while in office.