Palandoken: Exciting Place to have fun during winter   

Palandoken is a mountain range that is located in the East of Turkey. It is a tectonic mountain which is 3,271 meters high found in the province of Erzurum. And because of its fine grained-light powder snow, Palandoken mountain is one of the famous skiing destinations in Turkey. It offers a great opportunities and wonderful skiing tours that you will never forget.

The skiing season here in Palandoken last for almost 150 days a year. The height of the skiing area of Palandoken is 2,200 to 3,176 meters and the most appropriate and recommended skiing condition is from December 10 to May 10. The Palandoken Ski Resort is the most accessible ski destination situated on the magnificent Palandoken Mountain in Eastern Turkey.

Mt. Palandoken offers an excellent snow conditions, long runs and first-rate facilities and accommodation opportunities. Palandoken Ski Resort is located in the northern slopes of the mountain. It shares the same name as of the mountain and has a height in excess of 9,842 feet. This resort is among of the newer and promising ski areas in Turkey. Its ski center is equipped with chairlift, T bar and a 3 kilometer telecabin.

The resort also provides qualified skiing instructor and equipment that is for hire. The ski center also has facilities for medication in case of untoward incidents such as first aid kit and rural clinic. Safety of the skiers is their priority so the slopes and mechanical equipment of the ski center are under the supervision of experts. Down in the slope of the Palandoken is the city of Erzurum which retained its old world charisma while the other part of the city offers all you need for a fun-filled and unforgettable holiday.

There are two luxurious hotels in Palandoken; Polat Renaissance Erzurum Hotel and the Dedeman Palandoken Ski Center. The Polat Renaissance Erzurum hotel is in connection to the franchise of Renaissance Hotels and it is associated with the Marriot Group which is known worldwide. The Polat Renaissance offers its guest with 5 star quality and comfort. The hotel aspires to ensure their guest to have an excellent holiday with its unique location on the slopes of the Palandoken Mountain. This place is a land of snow where you can rest and be acquainted with nature and history.

Here are some of the amenities that the The Polat Renaissance offers:
• It has family rooms where you can bond and enjoy your stay with your loved ones.
• It has fitness center where you can still stay fit and healthy during your vacation.
• Swimming pool
• Restaurants that provide excellent food that will satisfy your palate.
• Dry cleaning and laundry service

The Dedeman Palandoken Ski Center Hotel is situated on the slopes of Palandoken Mountain. It is a beautiful ski resort escalating from the indisputable beauty of Erzurum, a historical town located in Eastern Anatolia. The hotel offers the blend of skiing challenges and the view of the magnificent mountain that was filled with snow five months every year which make the Dedeman Palandoken Ski Resort an exciting skiing holiday resort.

Here are some useful tips to make your skiing vacations in Palandoken safer:

• Know the ski and weather conditions in advance in the place where you are planning your ski vacation.
• Make an advance reservation on your flight and hotel accommodation to ensure that it is not fully booked on the date of your vacation.
• Be ready for cold weather conditions. Prepare clothes that will fit the season.
• Expect that here in Palandoken; you will have the opportunity to enjoy different skiing experience. And it will be a memorable and wonderful part of your winter vacation.

Although Turkey is well-known for its hot and sunny Mediterranean resorts due to its hot weather, its geographical position and conditions give great potential for skiing holiday like Palandoken has to offer. Resorts here in Mt. Palandoken provide great skiing, superb accommodation and awesome Turkish food in a much peaceful environment compared to their competitors. Palandoken offers wide array accommodations option as well as bars and restaurants.

It is recommended to transport by plane to Erzurum. Some airlines in Turkey provide a shuttle from the airport to the city of Erzurum and hotels also provide their guest a transportation services from the hotel to Mountain Palandoken. Palandoken does not only boast its best ski slopes rather it also gives a relaxing and comfortable surroundings that will provides a better opportunity to enjoy nature and have a peace of mind. And with all these wonderful winter activities and attractions that Palandoken has to offer, you can now plan your best ski vacation that will complement the enjoyment you desire and your budget.

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