Cortina d’Ampezzo mixes Olympic legacy with Alpine glamour

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March 22, 2026

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The illuminated bell tower of the Basilica Minore dei Santi Filippo e Giacomo stands at the heart of Cortina d

Cortina d’Ampezzo, the “Pearl of the Dolomites,” is a blend of Olympic heritage with celebrity chic, fine dining and Alpine tradition, even as climate change and new tourism reshape the area.

(Image credit: Valerio Muscella for NPR)