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Becco di Mezzodì

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Becco di Mezzodì (2,603m) is a mountain of the Croda da Lago chain, a small mountain group in the central Dolomites. It is located above the resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo in Belluno, northern Italy. The mountain's name means Midday Peak in the local dialect, as the sun appears directly above the peak at midday from Cortina. The climb usually starts from the Refuge Croda da Lago on the road to the Giau Pass. Climbing gear and slings are required.[1]

Elevation2,603 m (8,540 ft)
Coordinates46°27′37″N 12°04′51″E
LocationVeneto, Italy
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Becco di Mezzodì
Becco di Mezzodì
Highest point
Elevation2,603 m (8,540 ft)
Coordinates46°27′37″N 12°04′51″E
Geography
Becco di Mezzodì is located in Alps
Becco di Mezzodì
Becco di Mezzodì
Location within Alps
LocationVeneto, Italy
Parent rangeDolomites
Climbing
First ascent1872
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