We the Italians September 21, 2015 - 68 | Page 13

st # 68 • SEPTEMBER 21 , 2015 Cortina d'Ampezzo sits in the heart of the Veneto Dolomites, in an ample valley surrounded by high peaks, and is one of the most famous mountain localities in the world. Host of the 1956 Winter Olympic Games and defined solely in the terms of chic and ski, Cortina is a glitzy, glam symbol both on the Italian and international scenes; Cortina has always been a top destination for mountain and nature enthusiasts, as well as those in search of winter sport activity and, in general, fun. Nestled in a large basin of green fields and woods, the “Queen of the Dolomites” is circumscribed by the very high mountains that are rendered absolutely unique by the rose tones of the rocks of WE THE ITALIANS | 13 www.wetheitalians.com