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First World War Tunnels (Galleria del Monte Paterno)

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  1. 1Orientation

    Beneath the austere beauty of the peaks lies a hidden world that few casual observers ever see: the extensive tunnel systems of the First World War. As we approach the base of the climb on Monte Paterno, we encounter the Galleria…

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  2. 2The Engineering of the Folds

    The construction of these tunnels was a monumental task, carried out with primitive tools under the constant threat of bombardment and avalanches. To explore these folds today is to witness the sheer scale of the labor involved. …

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  3. 3Understanding the Horrors

    Our visit to these tunnels is motivated by a desire to understand the horrors of the First World War up close. In the darkness of the galleries, we can begin to comprehend the psychological and physical toll of the conflict. …

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  4. 4Closing

    As we emerge from the tunnels and back into the alpine sun, the contrast between the dark interior and the vibrant mountain landscape is profound. We have explored the folds of Monte Paterno and leaned on its solid rocks, gaining…

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What is First World War Tunnels (Galleria del Monte Paterno)?

First World War Tunnels (Galleria del Monte Paterno) 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
Coordinates46.6385, 12.3125
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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