Riminiis probably best known as one of the most popular beach resorts on the Adriaticbut its old town is more than worth a detour. In Roman times, it was a majorjunction of the Via Emilia and the Via Flaminia and consequently, became an importantRoman city. Still standing is the Arch of Augustus and the Tiberius Bridge, theremains of the amphitheatre and the surgeon’s house. Perhaps the best knownmonument is the Tempio Malatestiano, which serves as the town’s cathedral andhas a crucifix attributed to Giotto and frescoes by Piero della Francesca.Zooming up to the twentieth century, stroll through the streets that inspiredFederico Fellini, there is even a museum celebrating his career.
