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Monte Grappa is seen over the rooftops of Asolo.
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A switchback on the Strada Giardino that the riders will ascend.
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WW1 trenches on Monte Grappa.
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Pian della Bala on Monte Grappa; note the craters.
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Val delle Mure as seen from the top of Monte Grappa.
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Monte Grappa.
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Monfumo, 'a little town in the big race'.
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A wine bar with the Giro spirit.
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The riders will head up Via Cornaro.
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The fountain in the central piazza is fed by a Roman aqueduct.
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Via Robert Browning leads to the centre of town.
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The 16th century Zen fountain has refreshed many cyclists.
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A view of the centre from the castle.
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The hill town of Asolo and its medieval fortress.
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A festively decorated tavern near the finish line in Casella d'Asolo.
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WW1 artillery on Monte Grappa.
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