60 OI magazine The Dolomites are a group of mountain groups located on the eastern part of the Alps, between the provinces of Bolzano, Trento, Belluno, Udine and Pordenone. Dolomites are known worldwide for a particular phenomenon, the alpine glow, also called “enrosadira”, which begins at dusk, when the red gleams of the setting sun are reflected. The best mountain location for a relaxing and sporty holiday. Summer is here and all holiday opportunities Trentino can offer. Trentino is an Alpine wonderland in the heart of the Italian Dolomites, including a foothold on Lake Garda. This sea-like lake might be the region’s calling card to visitors, but we would like to tempt you to explore further afield. As the gateway to the Dolomites, Trentino is well placed to promote its greatest assets, with the peaks celebrated in music, wine and sporting events. Whether grey and windswept or bathed sunset pink, the peaks are inspirational enough to persuade mere mortals to pick up your boots. Parks and wilderness. As a region, Trentino is defined by the Dolomites and Lake Garda, equally impressive natural wonders. Eastern Trentino is dominated by the towering Dolomitic peaks known as the Fassa Dolomites and the Pale di San Martino while the western side of the region is dwarfed by the Brenta Dolomites. Trentino boasts almost 20 percent of the land protected as Regional Park. Foremost among these reserves are the Stelvio National Park, Adamello Brenta Park, Paneveggio-Pale di San Martino Park. SELVA VAL GARDENA RICH IN SPORTS AND LEISURE TIME FACILITIES Surrounded by the breath-taking imposing backdrop of the Dolomites, Selva Gardena is rich in sports and leisure time facilities. Beside the fabulous skiing areas in and round Selva Gardena in winter, there are innumerable hiking and climbing spots in the Dolomites in summertime. The village is also rich in leisure time facilities such as ice stadium, skating and skateboard grounds, a golf course (pitch & put), a miniature golf course, horse-riding stables, tennis courts as well as the opportunity to do inline skating, playing squash, billiard or bowling. Selva Gardena also boasts a series of historical and religious attractions, such as the S. Maria ad Nives parish church, a commemorative chapel for victims of the mountains, the small but mighty San Silvestro chapel in Vallunga valley as well as the ruins of Wolkenstein Castle. Moreover, you are spoilt for choice regarding gastronomy and entertainment: pizzerias, bars, pubs, apres-ski and dance clubs, every taste is catered for. Selva Gardena is an
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