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San Marino
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ONE of the smallest independent states in Europe (only Vatican City and Monaco are smaller), San Marino (圣马力诺) is also the world's second smallest republic after Nauru (瑙鲁).
A landlocked country (内陆国家), San Marino is located on the eastern slope of the Apennine Mountain (亚平宁山脉) in central Italy. Roughly rectangular in shape, it has an area of 61 sqkm.
The Mediterranean climate is mild and temperate. The capital city is also called San Marino.
The official language is Italian. Citizens of San Marino receive free medical care, and education is free up to 14 years of age. A network of roads connects San Marino with the surrounding regions of Italy.
The country's major resources are its industry, tourism, commerce, agriculture, and handicrafts. There are no significant mineral resources. Postage stamps are San Marino's major source of revenue (收入).
Wine made from local grapes, wood machinery, chemicals, and ceramics are the chief exports. Dairying and livestock raising also contribute to the economy.
The republic traces its origin to the early fourth century AD. By the middle of the 15th century it was a republic. After Italy became a national state, a series of treaties confirmed San Marino's independence.
The San Marino constitution, dating back to 1600, provides for a parliamentary form of government. The republic has no army. Population is (1995 estimate) 24,900. (SD-Agencies)
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