Col di Lana, Mountain peak in Fanes Group, Dolomites, Italy.
Col di Lana is a mountain in the Italian Dolomites that rises to approximately 2462 meters in elevation. The dark sedimentary rocks here contrast sharply with the lighter dolomitic formations found in the surrounding peaks.
During World War I, Italian and Austro-Hungarian troops fought fiercely for control of this mountain. The fighting was so intense that the mountain earned the nickname 'Col di Sangue,' meaning Blood Mountain.
The mountain preserves military tunnels, trenches, and fortifications from World War I that visitors can observe while hiking. These structures tell the story of the intense fighting that took place across this landscape.
Several marked trails lead to the summit from different starting points such as Rifugio Valparola, Andraz Castle, and Pieve di Livinallongo. The routes are demanding and require proper equipment and physical fitness.
The mountain contains a network of underground tunnels dug by soldiers during the war, including a large crater at the summit. These subterranean structures are visible today and show the harsh realities of mountain warfare.
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