Safed Dara
Safed Dara (Tajik: Caфeд Дapa — formerly Takob (Taкoб)) is a ski resort located in the Region of Republican Subordination (a region in Tajikistan), on the Safedorak Plateau (part of the Pamir Mountains), at heights from 2,100 metres (6,890 feet) up to 3,000 metres (9,842 feet) above sea level, 50 km (31.07 mi) north of Dushanbe.[1] In 2015, the Takob ski resort was renovated and a new name was given: Safed Dara (it means white valley). The old sovietic hotel completely renovated was open on 7 January 2016. The two T-bar lifts of 1000 meters each are working. A new kid park is also working with a new baby-lift.
Takob | |
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Safed Dara Hotel. | |
Location | Safedorak Plateau, Tajikistan |
Nearest major city | Varzob |
Coordinates | 38°50′28″N 68°55′49″E |
Top elevation | 3,000 m (9,842 ft) |
Base elevation | 2,100 m (6,890 ft) |
Ski and snowboard equipment, snow tubes and sledges can be rented directly at the ski resort.
References
- (in English) TAJIKISTAN In Between Hurtling Down Mountains, Kids Take Time Out For Prayer, Union of Catholic Asian News.
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