Rimini, Beach resort city on the Adriatic coast, Italy
Rimini is a city on the Adriatic coast in the Emilia-Romagna region, with about 15 kilometers (9 miles) of sandy shoreline, a historic center and several Roman monuments in the downtown area. The waterfront promenade runs parallel to the coast, linking numerous beach clubs, hotels and restaurants with the older inland part of town.
The Roman colony was founded in 268 BC at the crossing of two major consular roads and quickly grew into a military harbor. During the medieval period, control shifted several times between local families before the settlement became part of unified Italy in the 19th century.
The name derives from the Latin Ariminum, which referred to the Ariminus river flowing through the ancient settlement. Today, the old town streets show a mix of Roman arches, medieval squares and colorful postwar facades that locals use daily for cafés and shops.
Visitors who want to explore the old town can walk from the train station to the main street and the Arch of Augustus within a few minutes. The beaches are about 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) east of the center and can be reached by several bus routes or a short taxi ride.
Some beach sections are prepared as early as late February, when operators set up umbrellas and open the first cabins even though the water remains cool. The building of the former Grand Hall now houses a covered market, visited by locals in the morning to buy fresh fish and regional produce.
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