Dolomite Mountains — Local services in Comun General de Fascia

The Dolomites are the crown of the Alps. Since 2009 the Dolomites are part of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage sights, the world's highest recognition for a natural site. Until the 18th century the Dolomites were called the “pale mountains”, for their unique mountain formations and bright limestone rock. They were then named "Dolomites" after the French geologist Déodat de Dolomieu (1750 - 1801), who first researched the Dolomite rock. I had the good fortune to have perfect clear weather on the day, and the results were stunning. I visited here in Fall, seeing the trees changing colour and the mountains clearly, the area is like no other place...

The  Dolomites Occupying three regions in north-east Italy, The Dolomites have been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 2009.

Split between Veneto, Trentino Alto-Adige and Friuli Venezia Giulia, they cover an area of more than 140,000 hectares with 18 peaks, the highest of which is Marmolada at 3,343 metres.

The area is characterised by jagged mountain peaks, famous ski resorts and glacial lakes. There are also a number of regional and national parks that help form the...

A most unique and majestic range of mountains, so many drives, hikes and view points - so glad we visited last summer. A few hours long scenic drive from Venice, amazing places to stop and eat - very affordable compared to Suisse, and people are a lot friendlier too. We went as a family group (2 year old to 62 year old) and all thoroughly enjoyed every...