Calalzo di Cadore
Calalzo di Cadore: an unmissable option in the Cadore Dolomites
Physical geography
Calalzo di Cadore is an Italian municipality located in the province of Belluno, in the Veneto region. The Calaltino territory is located at the foot of the Cadore Dolomites, characterized by a vast expanse of mountains that rise on the shores of Lake Centro Cadore. The municipality's capital is located on the western shore of the lake, along the course of the Molinà, one of its tributaries. Much of the area is made up of the val d'Oten, sparsely populated and located at the foot of Mount Antelao, one of the main Dolomite peaks. Other noteworthy massifs include the Marmarole and the Croda Mandrin.
Origins of the name
The name Calalzo di Cadore comes from the Latin phrase “callis altus”, meaning “high place”. Later, the epithet "di Cadore" was officially added in a presidential decree of June 30, 1959.
History
Calalzo di Cadore was part of the Centenaro of Pieve di Cadore, seat of the Magnifica Comunità di Cadore, and its history and economy are closely linked to this region. Flotation was the main industry of the Cadorine countries in the 15th century, but declined in a later period due to phenomena such as Italian emigration and competition from other countries of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. However, in 1877, the eyewear industry began in Calalzo thanks to three local entrepreneurs, Angelo and Leone Frescura and Giovanni Lozza. Today, the town is known for the production of high-quality glasses.
What to see and do in Calalzo di Cadore
Calalzo di Cadore is rich in interesting places to visit, including the Church of San Biagio, built at the end of the 19th century and inaugurated in 1920. The main altar is a masterpiece of the Zanette company of Vittorio Veneto.
Conclusions
Calalzo di Cadore is a city that must be visited if you're looking for a vacation dedicated to nature, history, and art. The mountains, the lake, and the glasses make Calalzo an unmissable destination for trekking, fishing, local history, and Italian craftsmanship enthusiasts.
