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Cortina Guide
Known as the "Queen of the Dolomites, Cortina d'Ampezzo is one of the Most famous Alpine holiday destinations in the world, and is inserted in the Association's" Best of the Alps "Which lists The Most exclusive Alpine resorts from the 5 nations That make up the Alps.
The rocky cliffs of the Dolomites That crown the town, and like Tofane Crystal Represent A Dream For Every mountain climber, and the pastures and forests of the Ampezzo basin are the destinations for many fans of mountain sports, or For Those Who Are Simply looking for relaxing holidays in one of the Most scenic places in the world.
In the spring and summer, the forests and peaks That surround Cortina are the perfect place for all kinds of sports-loving holiday-makers.
For Those Who like to go trekking, Nordic walking and mountain biking, Cortina offers 42 excursion itineraries in a comprehensive network of 300 kilometers, Including 8 aided climbing routes and trails equipped 6. A unique concept to Cortina, There Are Also The historic trails: two routes That cross the military installations from World War One, while the Another trail leads to the spectacular dinosaur footprint That dates back to 220 million years in August
Belluno & Veneto Dolomites Guide
Belluno looks out onto the balcony of a natural That Piave valley opens out beyond the town's enchantingly down Neighbourhoods, protected as if by magic by a ring of mountains gently That Stand Out Against the clear blue sky. The breathtaking view forms a magnificent backdrop to this town Which is full of nooks and crannies of great historical interest. It is no coincidence That the modern translation of the ancient name of Belluno is "The Shining City", a reference not only to Belen, the Celtic god of the Sun, But Also to the sparkling waters Which surround the city (under the Water Was the Beleno's protection). Dino Buzzati, one of the Most Famous sons of this capital of the mountain area of the Veneto region, Belluno Described as "a marvelous, Almost incredible union of the world of Venice (with ITS serenity, armony the classical contours of ITS, ITS timeless elegance, unique architecture ITS) and the world of the north (the mountains Shrouded in mystery, The Long Winters, the stories, the spirits of the caves and the woods, the intagnible sense of distance, of solitude, ...) .. .. "The center of the City is rich in Art and History. The Cathedral square is picturesque and fascinating. It is overlooked by the buildings of the Town Hall, the Rector, the Bishops and the chapel of Saint Mary of the Graces. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Martin Was Built in the beginning of the 16th Century, designed by Tullio Lombardo, in Renaissance and Baroque style. The Rector's Palace, built Between the end of the 14th century and the beginning of the 15th, is the seat of the Prefectus, the offices of the representative of the Italian government. The main square of Belluno is Martyrs' Square, ounces Called "Campiello". It boasts beautiful gardens and buildings built with typical porticoes Between the 16th and the 20th century. The church of Santo Stefano, in Italian-Gothic style, boasts a masterpiece by Cesare VecellioThe Meeting Between Abraham and Melchizedek. "
Perched on the "Hill of the Goats" (Hill of the Goats), Feltre Dominates the surrounding countryside and is Itself a little treasure trove of history and culture. A stroll down Via Mezzaterra, ITS with splendid frescoed palaces on Either side Takes us right back in time, we Seem to feel the echoes of the horses and Carriages, the rustle of flowing gowns and the distant strains of mandolins. The Museo Civico di Feltre boasts Several famous paintings, Among Them the "Madonna with Child, and St. Dionysius S. Eleuterio" by Cima da Conegliano.Thanks to the Dolomites, Belluno offers, in wintertime, ski runs for Both downhill and cross country skiing. The most famous is the downhill slope with Nevegal Almost 30 km of pistes That are always covered and in good condition; Also it offers the excitement of night-time illuminated slopes down descents. The cross country course Nevegal enthusiasts who really grips Want to commune with the silence of the woods.
The Belluno Dolomites National Park Was Established in 1993. It is Situated on a mountainous area of 32,000 hectares and Cismon Between Piave Valleys. It is the only national park in the North-East of Italy: it is quite vast, and May be extended, one day, in order to cover the neighbouring Bosconero group Also, Where can we find Already a deserted valley, the Tovanella, protected : Must Be Mentioned this valley as recently Bears Have Become A Few residents (the animals trekked from the former Yugoslavia). As it is, this park includes mountains Both groups above Feltre (the Vette, and Cimone Pizzocco peaks), the wild mountains of the Sun (Mountains of the Sun) and the beautiful Schiara, above Belluno, The Highest Peak at 2565 m. But the absolutely lowest peaks can not be underestimated: the 2186 m high Pizzocco is easy, and it offers a fantastic view over the Dolomites and the Belluno Valley, as well as the Servant peak. Both flora and fauna of this park rank Among the richest in the whole Alps. The most worthy attraction points are the deep valleys "Entering the park (the MIS, the Cordevole, or the Canzùi), the large Caiada Forest close to Spar, the forlorn houses of Gena, an abandoned village, and all the outings Organized During the summer by the Park Authorities can be recommended.
The Cansiglio Forest State Reserve is located down South, where, the Dolomites-beyond-the-end Piave. It is a huge plateau at over 1100 m covered by a thick beech and fir forest, one of the pride of the nation. The forest used to be Exploited by The Most Serene Republic of Venice in order to make war and commercial ships (Venice in ancient times used to call it "The (Forest Which Provided) Saint Mark's Oars"). Awaiting for a formal and well defined to be Established park, now the State Manages Some Reserves 8, Which are to be visited Following well marked paths. There is a visitor center. Apart from the beautiful forest, very impressive During the autumn, a major attraction point is the Bus de la Lum karst abyss, plunging for More Than 600 m. Best is to reach the forest from Tambre of Alpago in the North, or Vittorio Veneto in the South; Should the visitor not to miss the small museum deducated the Cimbri, loggers of German origin who settled there two Centuries August The main village of this area is Pieve d'Alpago. It Has Always Been a privileged vantage point Because of the excellent view over the Holy Cross Lake and the nearby forest Cansiglio. Evidence of past ITS can be seen in the characteristic stone buildings with sloping roofs, typical of the area Alpago. Today, thanks to ITS close relationship with the neighbouring mountains, Pieve is Placing Increasing Importance on sports facilities.
Asolo Guide
"Treviso's pearl"is a town dating back to pre-Roman times, located in a magnificent spot above a hill Overlooking the plain. Asolo has a charm That Few other towns have, starting with the ITS glorious and unusual history. Such famous figures as the poet Robert Browning Inglese, the actress Eleonora Duse and the explorer Freya Stark all lived here. At the end of the 1400's It Was Also home and prison to the Queen of Cyprus, Caterina Cornaro, Venice Offered To Whom the symbolic dominion of the town in exchange for rule over the Cypriot kingdom.
If you Would like to book a hotel in Asolo, WE HAVE A selection of charming, relaxing places to stay. Those Wishing something a little different, can book an apartment or bed and breakfast right at the heart of Asolo or on the surrounding hills.
Worth seeing: Asolo offers a vast artistic heritage. The centrally located Piazza Garibaldi offers a unique scenario: at the center is a fountain powered by an antique Roman aqueduct, while all around, it is crowned by elegant buildings with the Queen Cornaro's castle (open to the public) dominating the scene from above. The Cathedral is worth a visit. Built in 1747, it houses a masterpiece by Lorenzo Lotto (1506). Next to the cathedral you will find the "Loggia della Ragione"once the center of the city's political life, Nowadays home to an interesting City Museum. If you walk along the colonnade of via Browning you like to Villa Freya, home to the Stark family.
Travelplan Suggests two pleasant walks in Asolo:
