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A glimpse at the Dolomite Ranges

Even in the middle of summer, snow can be seen on certain parts of the mountains, still unmelted from last winter.

ITALY | Sunday, 23 November 2014 | Views [492] | View Larger Image

Even in the middle of summer, snow can be seen on certain parts of the mountains, still unmelted from last winter.

The guy who hosted me had an enormously friendly St Bernard dog named Anton. This breed is common in the region and are rumoured to be used in finding missing people post-avalanche.
I learnt that Donkeys are highly territorial as I watched with dismay when one tried to trample poor Anton to death.

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The priceless reward of finally reaching the peak, after an exhausting five hour trek in the sun.

This particular mountain is called Sassopiatto, which ironically translates to 'flat stone'.

From the top on a clear day, you can see the surrounding Dolomite ranges and all the way out to the Austrian and Swiss alps too.

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