- Type
- Castle
- Location
- Borgo Maggiore, San Marino
- Coordinates
- 43.9350°, 12.4500°
History
The oldest tower, Guaita, probably dates from the 11th century as a lookout above the settlement on the slopes of Monte Titano and was rebuilt many times; it was still used as a prison in the 20th century. The second tower, Cesta, rose in the 13th century on the mountain's highest peak, some 750 metres above sea level. The third and smallest, Montale, was built in the 14th century against the neighbouring Malatesta lords of Rimini. Linked by walls, the towers guarded one of the world's oldest republics. In 2008 they were inscribed on the UNESCO list together with the historic centre of San Marino.
What to see
A scenic path runs from the town centre along the ridge, and the walls of Guaita and Cesta look out over the Adriatic coast and the hills of Romagna. In Guaita you can climb the tower and see the old cells, while Cesta houses a museum of historic weapons. Montale, with its entrance set high above the ground, is seen from outside. The towers are linked by the picturesque Passo delle Streghe trail.
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