The Dolomites take their name from the French naturalist Déodat de Dolomieu who first described the rock type, later called Dolomia in his honour, which characterises the region. Much of the fascination and the beauty of these mountains derives from the type of the rock of which they are made. 
In Val Badia, you will experience a unique atmosphere, amazing ski slopes which hosted the ski world cup – Sellaronda ski-tour. You will find incredible gourmet restaurants, there are six with Michelin star in the Valley, astonishing hotels, and this is all surrounded by the fantastic landscape UNESCO world heritage site.