The Most Serene Republic of San Marino, one the smallest republics in the world, is situated in the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy, south of the city of Rimini on the northern part of the Adriatic coast. Its topography is dominated by the Apennines mountain range, and it has a rugged terrain. The highest point in the country, Monte Titano, is situated at 749 meters above sea level. The climate is Mediterranean, with warm summers and mild winters.