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Unusual Attractions in Rimini

House of the Shells

One Italian taxi driver covered his entire house in small seashells creating a weird bit of architecture that is preserved to this day.

Italia in Miniatura

Famous landmarks and structures from across Italy fill this miniature park.

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Città di San Marino, San Marino

Prisoner Art of Guaita Tower

High in the clouds of San Marino sits an ancient tower with some curious prisoner graffiti.

10 miles from Rimini

Biblioteca Malatestiana

A gorgeous medieval library where the books are kept in chains.

16 miles from Rimini

Woodpecker Disco

A domed disco abandoned since the '70s now attracts artists and explorers under its unique roof.

19 miles from Rimini

Sarsina Cathedral

The collar worn by a fourth-century saint resides in this church, and is still used for blessings to this day.

23 miles from Rimini

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