Great St Bernard Pass

The Great St Bernard Pass is a high mountain pass in the Western Alps, connecting Martigny in Switzerland to Aosta in north-west Italy. It was has an elevation of 2,469 metres (8,100 ft) and is well-known for its treacherous driving conditions and stunning views. The pass has been in use since ancient Roman times and is named after the nearby Great St Bernard Hospice, a famous refuge for travelers and their dogs.Leggi altro