Since the time when Dèodat de Dolomieu, the scientist from whom the mountains take their name, discovered the particular chemical composition of Dolomite rock , vast areas of the Dolomites have been put under protection afforded by Nature reserves, National Parks, and Nature sites. Make sure not to miss the splendid views of peaks that are: Sass Pordoi (2.950 m), Lagazuoi (2.800 m), Marmolada (3.342 m), Tofana di Rozes (3.225 m) and Tre Cime di Lavaredo (2.999 m). Once witnessed they will stay with you for ever as examples of very special mountain architecture!