San Marino, California
History
The San Marino Republic was named after a Dalmatian stone-cutter, by the name of Marino, who fled nearly 1,600 years ago from his home on the Dalmatian coast at the time of a Turkish invasion, and took refuge among the rocky crags of Monte Titano, which commanded a view of the Adriatic Sea. In 1085 A.D., the Monastery at Mt. Titano canonized Marino and changed his name to San, which means Saint, hence Saint or San Marino.
Sources: Google, City of San Marino
Things To Do
1. The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
With three awesome attractions in one, it’s no wonder the Huntington Library, Art Collection, and Botanical Gardens is such popular tourist spot. You could spend days exploring all the attraction has to offer across this 207-acre complex.
2. The Huntington Desert Garden
If you like cacti and succulents, you’re going to be in heaven in the Huntington Desert Garden. It’s known to have the largest collection of mature cacti and succulents in North America, and you’ll be wanting to shop in the garden’s store and take home a succulent of your own.
3. Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden
The beautiful Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden is a wonderfully tranquil place where you can spend an afternoon or a whole day exploring the traditional Japanese gardens.
4. Splash Zone
If you’re looking for a fun, family activity, head to the nearby Splash Zone. The small waterpark is home to slides and a large outdoor pool. There are also fountains and sprays. It’s fun for all!
5. Alhambra Park
If there aren’t already enough parks and green spaces for you in San Marino, head to nearby Alhambra Park, which is a large city park with a swimming pool and basketball and tennis courts. There are also walking and running trails here for visitors looking to get active.
Sources: Google, All the Rooms
