Both an ancient and a new town, Rimini, capital of the newborn province of the same name, offers monuments from a famous past along with a most modern tourist organization. Ideal holiday destination for those willing to alternate relaxation on the beach, night entertainment in discos, and visits to art treasures from the past. Rimini was founded by the Romans in 268 B.C., as a strategic hub for commercial traffic.

In the Medieval Age, it ruled itself as a free “Comune”, and at the end of the 13th Century the Malatesta family transformed Rimini into a rich culture and art centre. This rich history is witnessed by Augustus’ Arch, Tiberius’ Bridge and the Malatesta’s Temple. On the 30th July 1843, another useful milestone to appreciate present day Rimini, the Baths’ Privileged Establishment was founded, followed, 50 years later, by the Kursaal and the Grand Hotel. In this way, the Italian Ostend was born, and the touristic boom in the ‘60s and ‘70s would bring it to levels of European fame. The town is divided in two lively and pulsating hearts: the historical town centre with its fisherman’s quarter , and the marina, with over 20 kms of beach divided into 10 boroughs: Torre Pedrera, Viserbella, Viserba, Rivabella, San Giuliano Mare, Marina Centro, Bellariva, Marebello, Rivazzurra and Miramare, each with its own character and traditions. Rimini, despite the birth of new seaside resorts, still ranks among the most important European holiday destinations.