Saint Agatha's Day

📣 Traveler notes

San Marino is one of the world's smallest countries, surrounded by Italy, and is recognized as the world's oldest republic.

• Treat San Marino as a distinct republic separate from Italy.
• Observe local customs despite the official language being Italian.
• Approach interactions with guards politely, with a smile.
• Understand that the local population takes the country's politics seriously.
• Recognize the geographical and cultural distinction from neighboring Italy.
• Note that the holiday is a commemoration of an early Christian martyr.
• While Italian is the official language, travelers should respect local customs and recognize San Marino as a distinct republic, not simply an extension of Italy. The local population is generally friendly. When photographing guards, a smile is appreciated, but overly exaggerated gestures should be avoided. Inquiring about the country's political situation is generally acceptable as locals take it seriously.