With ski season currently underway, the best Alpine destinations this winter offer far more than just fresh powder. Below, discover the best slopes in the region to head for in the weeks to come.
6 Ski resorts in the region
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Mzaar Kfardebian, Lebanon
Located just an hour’s drive from the Mediterranean coast are the snow-capped peaks of Mount Lebanon, where the slopes of ski resort Mzaar Kfardebian rise over 2,400 meters.
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Oukaïmeden, Morocco
Nestled in the Atlas Mountains, Oukaïmeden is one of the most appealing ski destinations in Africa, boasting 20 runs, 10km of slopes and ski rental facilities.
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Ski Dubai, UAE
Situated in the middle of the Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai is the world’s third largest indoor ski resort and boasts an 85-meter artificial mountain that would impress ski novices and experts alike.
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Chrea, Algeria
Skiers will revel in the powdery pistes that meander through Algeria’s picturesque Atlas Cedar forests.
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Cedars Ski Resort, Lebanon
Renowned for being the oldest skiing destination in Lebanon, Cedars Ski Resort was initially founded as a ski academy by the French army in the 1930s.
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Samson's Resort Malam Jabba, Pakistan
This idyllic resort boasts 270 acres of space that offers a small number of slopes to satisfy skiers.