Friulian Dolomites Natural Park – Friuli-Venezia Giulia: a silent kingdom of rock, sky and freedom. The Friulian Dolomites Natural Park is a protected area that extends between the provinces of Pordenone and Udine, in the heart of the eastern Dolomites. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the most unspoiled parks in Italy, without carriage roads and ski resorts, where nature reigns supreme. 🏞️ Wild and authentic nature: The park offers a spectacular landscape of deep gorges, jagged peaks, scree, streams and high-altitude grasslands. It is ideal for experienced hikers, nature photography lovers and those looking for a deep contact with the real mountain. 👉 Tip: Follow the path that leads to the Campanile di Val Montanaia, the iconic symbol of the park, for an unforgettable experience. 🦅 Rare and silent fauna: The park is home to a precious fauna: chamois, ibex, golden eagles, marmots and even the wolf. The deep silence of these valleys is interrupted only by the sound of water or the rustle of the wind, in an environment where man is only a respectful guest. 👉 Tip: Bring binoculars with you and walk in silence at dawn - you may surprise animals in their natural habitat. 🚶 ♂️ Hikes and huts: The hiking routes are numerous, from panoramic paths to high alpine routes. Refuges such as Pordenone, Giaf or Padova welcome hikers with hot dishes and breathtaking views. 👉 Tip: Spend a night in a hut to experience the mountain in the moonlight and wake up to the singing of alpine birds. 🌲 Mountain culture and traditions: The villages surrounding the park – such as Claut, Forni di Sopra, Andreis – preserve ancient alpine traditions, wooden crafts, small museums and popular festivals linked to the cycle of nature. 👉 Tip: Visit the Cimolais Visitor Center to discover the geological and biological secrets of the park. 🍲 Alpine taste and authenticity: In the villages near the park you can enjoy traditional dishes such as polenta with mushrooms, gnocchi with herbs, frico, game and simple mountain desserts. The flavors are authentic, the result of a poor cuisine but rich in taste. 👉 Tip: Taste salty alpine cheese in one of the summer huts still active in the area. In the Friulian Dolomites Park, every step is discovered, every silence is breath, every look is gratitude towards the purest wonder of the mountains.