Fiorentino

Fiorentino is one of the nine castelli, or districts, of San Marino. It covers an area of 6.56 km² (2.53 sq mi), making it the fourth smallest castello in the country. In 2023, Fiorentino was home to 2,615 people. The name Fiorentino comes from the Romagnol language, where it is called Fiurentêin. This small district is part of the beautiful and historic country of San Marino.

History

San Marino began as just Mount Titano. In 1463, it joined an alliance against Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta, the Lord of Rimini, who lost the fight. As a reward, Pope Pius II gave San Marino three towns: Fiorentino, Montegiardino, and Serravalle. Later, Faetano also joined San Marino on its own, and the country’s borders have not changed since then.

After the war, the people of San Marino tore down the castle in Fiorentino to keep it from enemies. Today, the castle is in ruins on Mount Seghizo. Fiorentino is sometimes called the "Land of Castles" because it once had many towers and castles. One tower, Torricella, stood on Monte San Cristoforo but was torn down in 1465. Another castle, Pennarossa, was on Mount Moganzio, and only its old foundations and water storage remain. The symbol of Fiorentino shows three red roses on a yellow shield.

Geography

San Marino has nine areas called municipalities, and Fiorentino is one of them. It is the fourth smallest, covering 6.56 km² (2.53 sq mi). In 2023, around 2,615 people lived there.

Fiorentino touches several areas in San Marino and two in nearby Italy. It has three smaller neighborhoods. The area is known for its many businesses and nice homes. There is a big sports field and two soccer teams.

Climate

Fiorentino has a humid subtropical climate.