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Uludag is located in the South Marmara Region in Uludag
National Park. lt is 36 km from Bursa, and l. The ski
center is a 40 minute drive from Bursa.
The skiing area of Uludag is 1750 - 2547 m high and covered with
forests. The duration of skiing is 120 days a year. The
most suitable skiing conditions are between 20 December
and 1 March. The average snow fall is 3 m in winter. At
the beginning of the season the type of snow is
''powdery snow'' and at the end of the season the snow
characteristic is slightly "slushy".
This center has suitable conditions for Alpine skiing, ski touring,
cross country and heli-skiing. Uludag Ski center is
qualified skiing instructors and equipment for hire are
available. The center has first aid facilities and a
rural clinic. Accommodations can be booked directly.
High season is between November and April. No rooms
available especially at weekends and holidays; do book
before taking off. Prices increase in special periods
like school holidays, religious fests falling in winter,
and Christmas.
Note : In foggy conditions it is essential especially
for amateur skiers not to wander outside the marked
slopes and areas.
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