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In Belluno it is not only the historical centre that attracts, indeed, many treasures are found within the surrounding villages. The immediate surroundings of the city are in fact dotted with small villages, more than thirty, each with its own church, surprisingly rich in works of art, its cortivi, courtyards overlooked by the typical houses Belluno, stone and wood with balconies rich with flowers, flanked by columns. Some villages have their own cemetery, tiny and guarded with love, almost all maintain beautiful stone sinks, in which once residents would have washed and where you can still drink fresh water. As is tradition, each house has its own garden, not only useful, but well-kept and decorated with flowers planted alongside vegetables. Small miniature worlds to fall in love at first sight!

The cuisine of Belluno is made of simple, hearty, dishes made with local products, whether they are vegetables, mushrooms, meat and cheese dishes, here are some of the most popular.
Pastin is a mixture of pork and beef seasoned with salt, pepper, bacon and spices. It is prepared on the grill, served with polenta or risotto. Schiz is fresh cheese typical of the province of Belluno, was made in mountain huts from the curd of milk straight from the cow. The paste is compact, white color and has an intense fragrance of milk and the flavor is delicate and sweet. The most characteristic feature is combined with polenta but you can also accompany some kind of meat or pasta.
Kodinza is the name of a cake made with kodinzon, a puree of local apples in puff pastry and dried in the sun. Also the cornmeal sponcio, a type of local corn. Pan de Belun: a typical cake made with corn flour, walnuts, hazelnuts, chocolate and poppy seeds.

Go and visit “The Road of Cheeses and Flavours of the Belluno Dolomites”: a journey to discover the best dairy products and the most delicious recipes showcasing the products of the typical cuisine of the mountain region of Belluno. In accordance with the traditions and culture of the province Belluno. The Road of Cheese of the Belluno Dolomites brings us to the discover 34 different cheeses produced in 34 places- between pastures, dairies and cheese factories located on the most beautiful peaks of the Dolomites Belluno or in the shady thick forests on the gentle slopes.