Beautiful Kurdish Snow
The quality of snow is one of the most important factors in skiing; so, skiers are always looking for the best quality snow in the world. Moisture and density are two factors influencing the quality of snow. Due to the geographical location of some parts of the Zagros, the region is covered with snow for more than half of the year, that’s why a large portion of the Zagros Range is called the “Alps of Iran”. The levels of humidity in this area has also helped to create a quality snow for skiing and there is snow available for almost half the year!
Wonderful Mountain Scenery
In the Zagros mountain region, you can find yourself alone in nature and enjoy ski mountaineering without any overcrowding. That doesn’t mean that a ski resort is not available or equipped however. There are lots of great ski lines in Iraqi Kurdistan and you can find one ski resort in Northern Iraq, Korek Mountain Resort
with it's own teleferic gondola. Since the Zagros mountains are located in one of the most amazing and remote regions of Iraq, skiers who want to enjoy their schuss while also admiring beautiful, natural scenery can definitely enjoy visiting this region of Iraq to ski and tour.