What do most of us associate with Armenia? Well, of course, with a delicious shish kebab, excellent brandy, mountains and sunlight. But besides this, you can spend a wonderful time in Armenia skiing. On the mountain-skiing resorts of Armenia, we will go on a virtual trip today.
Winter mountain resorts of Armenia - Tsakhkadzor
Less than half a hundred kilometers from the capital of Armenia, at the altitude of 1.7 km above sea level, the most famous mountain resort of Armenia - Tsakhkadzor is comfortably located. To his guests, he can offer more than 30 km of ski runs of different difficulty levels, that's why it will be interesting to skate here for experienced professionals and absolutely green beginners. The length of the longest route Tsakhkadzor is neither much nor less - eight-odd kilometers.
Experienced skiers for sure will like the most difficult "black" tracks, which are located on the upper sections of the resort - at an altitude of 2.8 km above sea level. Fans of extreme sports will love the steep turns and descents of black trails, as well as the remnants of the bobsleigh track. To get to the top of the slopes, extreme skiers can use the chair lift.
Those who have not yet mastered all the nuances of mountain skiing, are more suitable medium roads, pleasing a calm three-kilometer descent. Pleasant skiing will give and the fact that the snow on the middle slopes in any weather remains soft and fluffy, not covered with insanity. Medium routes are also serviced by chair lifts, and their surface is regularly treated by snowcatchers.
Like in Tsakhkadzor and those who only dream of conquering mountain skiing. Experienced and caring instructors located here ski school will help to master this art to all comers.
Tsakhkadzor is pleased with its cultural program. The nearby monastery complex Kecharis, built in the 12th century, is ready to welcome everyone who wants to visit it. And, of course, no Armenian resort can do without the national Armenian cuisine - in local cafes and restaurants Tsaghkadzor guests have a unique opportunity to try all delicious dishes.
Winter mountain resorts of Armenia - Jermuk
Combine the pleasant with the useful and not only plenty to roll on the well-equipped trails, but also to undergo a course of treatment with mineral waters can be in another mountain resort in Armenia - the world-famous Jermuk. Here everything is arranged in such a way that the guests of the resort are not just satisfied, but very satisfied. Jermuk presents to its guests a wide range of places to stay, from the cozy private sector to the most luxurious hotel complexes, not to mention the multitude of diversified sanatoria and hydropathic institutions. The healing waters of Jermuk perform real miracles, in a short time relieving from skin and spine diseases, gynecological problems and stomach aches.
Those who are considering the possibility of drinking curative water only as a pleasant addition to skiing, will surely impress the local trails. They are equipped according to European standards, which makes skating especially pleasant.
There are trails for skiing on Mount Shish and according to the level of complexity they are divided into two categories: for beginners and for experienced catchers. The difference in heights on the routes is almost 400 meters, and the length of each of them is about 1.3 km.
At the beginning of skiing, the ski lift is delivered by the ski lift, next to which there is a rental of ski equipment. Strengthen your strength and just have a great snack in the cafe located on the mountain.
