AbAli Ski Resort Iran
AbAli Ski Resort
Abali ski resort was built in 1953, it is the first ski slope in Iran to install mechanical ski lifts. This small resort is the birthplace of modern skiing and winter sport in the country, its ideal for beginner skiers. It has a training classes with coaches to give opportunity for students and newcomers to learn ski. Abali ski piste is located about 70 Km north east of Tehran on the Haraze Road and it is the closest ski reort to Damavand Iran.
Abali Ski Resort is in a touristic area with a cool temperature in summer which offers excellent non-skiing interests such as hiking & trekking, climbing and thermal spring waters, the good-looking Mosha Area with lots of villas, many traditional restaurants and recreational facilities, making this region much unique from other ski fields in Iran. Visit also Damavand Ski Tour.
AbAli Ski Resort Iran
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Targeted Activities
Winter sport, ski, snowboard, off-piste skiing, down hill skiing, boarding, climbing,
Other sports activities in the resort, tennis, horse riding and gliding.
Resort Statistics
Ab Ali lift facilities
Hammer tele-skis, surface lifts
Restaurants
Hotels
Quick Facts
Oldest ski resort in Iran, built in 1953
Altitude: 2650m
Vertical Drop: 250m
Highest Lift: 2650m
Lowest Piste: 2400m
Resort Altitude: 2250m
Snow Depths: 1 to 2m
Skiing at night: No
Distance from Tehran: 70km
Season Availability
Skiing season varies from December to March.
Open to Public: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, all year round.
Disadvantage
Very crowded in winter.
Weather
6 Day Weather Forecast Ab Ali Resort
Location
Located on Haraz Road 70km East of Tehran, Ab Ali Town, State Tehran, Country Iran.
Nearest Airport
IKA International Airport or Mehrabad Airport Tehran, Iran.
How to go, Transportation to Ab Ali Resort
Fly to Tehran IKA International Airport and then travel by road to Haraz Road. Only accessible by road and can be reached by coach or car. The journey time is about 60 to 80 minutes drive from Tehran, about 70 Km. After a heavy snowfall, snow chains may be necessary for some part of the journey.
There is no railway station in the area, the closest railway station is at Tehran.
Note - Haraz Road is crowded with traffic jams in Iranian weekends.
Major Ski Resorts Near Āb Alī - Ab Ali
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Shemshak 51 km
Darbandsar 53 km
Tochal 62 km
Dizin 63 km
Lasem off piste ski area 55 Km
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Damavand, Larijan
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Shemshak, Tehran
Tarik Darreh, Hamadan
Tochal, Tehran
AbAli Ski Resort
Damavand Base Camp
Damavand Base Camp, also known as Goosfand Sara Campsite, stands as the most accessible and well known starting point for treks up Mount Damavand in Iran. Situated at 3,040 meters above sea level, it features a small mountain refuge, a mosque named Saheb al Zaman, and a sheepfold. This camp serves as the primary entry point for the south route climbs during the summer, positioned at coordinates 35.9020° N and 52.1094° E.
Iran’s Mount Damavand: Detailed Guide to Its Facts, Figures, and Fascinating History
Iran’s Mount Damavand is more than just the tallest peak in the country—it is a natural and cultural icon. In this detailed guide, you will discover key facts, such as its height of 5,671 meters, and the geological history that makes it an active volcano. The mountain’s influence extends far beyond the natural world, with a rich cultural history rooted in Persian myths and literature. This guide delves into the historical and cultural significance of Damavand, along with important statistics about the mountain’s location, its role in outdoor sports, and its enduring allure to climbers and adventurers alike.
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