Canazei
Hamlets belonging to the municipality: Gries, Alba e Penia Etymology: Canazei comes from the Latin word "cannacetum", "groove of reeds". Probably there was a marsh created by the periodic overflowing of the stream Avisio.  Surrounded by the most important Dolomite peaks, Canazei is one of the most worldwide famous Alpine resorts. It is a winter paradise both for ski and snowboard fans directly linked to the Sellaronda circuit, that also continue...