Owing to the mountainous terrain of a part of the country and the presence of the mighty Alps in the Northern boundary Skiing in Italy has become the most popular sport and a major attraction for the tourists visiting the land. The best facilities for this winter sport can be found in the Alpine region of Northern Italy which is well connected with frequent flights from Canada. The popularity of Skiing in Italy is apparent from the numerous Skiing Resorts that dot the region. Skiing in Italy is a commonplace activity and the Italians would often take a week long holiday in the winter months, known as a 'Settimana binaca' or White week , and spend the entire time Skiing in the mountains.
Skiing in Italy means choosing from a host Skiing options. One can go for a year round Skiing, summer only Skiing, duty free Skiing zone or can even Ski off to another country by crossing the border. Besides, there are a number of destinations that one can choose for Skiing in Italy which include:
Turin, the 2006 winter Olympics base is a very busy Skiing destination and naturally has some of the best Skiing resorts in the country.
Valle d'Aosta is located further north and has a distinct identity of its own. With some of Europe's mightiest mountains covered with pine forest, it is Perhaps Italy's best and most glamorous Ski resort. Lying at the foot of Mount Blanc, this resort caters for both summer and winter Skiing in Italy.
In the North Eastern part of Italy lies the Dolomites (Dolomiti). This extensive mountain range offers a host of sporting possibilities. Twelve different Skiing tracks linked together forms the 'Dolomiti Superski' network.
