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Mount Titano

mountain, San Marino, Europe

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Mount Titano is a mountain in Italy's Apennines range, notable for being the location of San Marino, the world's oldest republic and Europe's fifth-smallest country. The mountain is crowned by three ancient towers that form part of San Marino's fortifications and coat of arms. San Marino, a landlocked republic surrounded by Italy, is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its historic center and Mount Titano being jointly designated. The country's motto, "Libertas," reflects its historical role as a sanctuary for political refugees.12

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