The Guaita, also known as the Rocca (Italian: "La Rocca") is one of three towered peaks overlooking the city of San Marino, the capital of San Marino. The other two are Cesta and Montale.

Fortress of Guaita

The fortress is the oldest of the three towers constructed on Monte Titano, and the most famous. It was built in the 11th century and served briefly as a prison.

It is depicted on both the national flag and coat of arms.

It is registered as a World Heritage Site since 2008. ^{[1] [2]}

See also

• Cesta (2nd tower)
• Montale (3rd tower)
• Three Towers of San Marino
• Torta Tre Monti

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  Large view
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  Main entrance
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  External view, in the foreground the defensive wall that almost hides the Guaita tower.

43°56′07″N 12°26′59″E / 43.9354°N 12.4496°E / 43.9354; 12.4496

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