San Marino - one of the smallest countries in the world. Located on the Apennine peninsula and surrounded by the territory of Italy. The main attraction of the local as well as a symbol of the country and its independence are three medieval towers of the fortress, located on the peaks of Monte Titano (755m) - Guaita, honor, and Montale.They are depicted on the national flag and coat of arms. Guaita or Torre Prima (Prima Torre - First Tower). Of the three towers it was built first, in the XI century. Some time used as a prison. Many times (1475, 1481, 1502, 1549, 1615, 1623) completed and the tower rebuilt, often serves residents of the country as a fortress. Today the tower - one of the most popular attractions in the country. From there you can see spectacular views of San Marino, visible and Italian land. honor or second-Torre (Second Tower). First mentioned in documents in 1253. In 1320, Tower entered into a complex second defensive walls. Despite numerous restructuring tower as a whole retains its original medieval appearance. Since 1956, the tower houses the Museum of Ancient Arms, which contains in its exposure of about 700 samples of armor, weapons and firearms from different eras. Montale or Tertz Torre (Terza Torre - The Third Tower). Small in size, has a pentagonal shape. Prior to the construction in 1320 was stenyne messages with the other two towers. Prior to 1479 served as a beacon to protect troops from attacks by Malatesta, who was in a nearby castle of Fiorentino. After accession to the castle of San Marino tower lost its role. At present, in contrast to other towers, visitor access is restricted in Montale. The tower is depicted on a coin of San Marino in a Euro cents.