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The Dolomites (Dolomiti)

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4 story sections
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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    To understand the Dolomites is to understand a geological masterpiece that spans millions of years. As we base our exploration in Cortina d'Ampezzo, we are at the heart of a mountain range that is quite literally unique on Earth. …

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  2. 2Geology and the Austere Beauty

    The 'austere beauty' mentioned in our itinerary is a direct result of the Dolomites' unique chemical composition. Unlike the dark, metamorphic rock of the Central Alps, the Dolomites are composed of magnesium-rich limestone. …

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  3. 3The Human Imprint on the Range

    The Dolomites are more than just a natural wonder; they are a cultural landscape where history has been inscribed into the rock itself. For over a hundred years, this range has been a site where many have lost their lives,…

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  4. 4Closing

    As our exploration of the Dolomites concludes, I hope you have moved past seeing them as a simple, beautiful background and have instead begun to live them intensely. Whether you have touched the solid rocks of a via ferrata or…

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What is The Dolomites (Dolomiti)?

The Dolomites (Dolomiti) is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates46.5405, 12.1357
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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