Skiing and snowboarding is a favorite pastime for many people who are not afraid to take risks. Not everyone can quickly descend from a huge snowy mountain. But some people are so fond of winter sports that they are ready to practice them even in summer.
When did you start skiing and snowboarding?
Skiing is one of the most ancient forms of transportation. Some historians are of the opinion that skiing dates back to the Stone Age. Proof of this is the rock carvings in which primitive people are depicted on skis.
The word "ski" comes from the Icelandic word "skidh", which means "snow shoes".
In Scandinavia, the ancient Laplanders were called "sliding". They believed in the goddess of skiing, and the god of winter was portrayed on skis with curved toes.
The first skis looked like long, curved frames made from animal bones that were attached to the legs with straps.
Today skiing is not only a means of transportation, it is a very developed sport. Alpine skiing also includes snowboarding.
Where to go skiing and snowboarding in summer
Alpine skiing enthusiasts do not worry about closing the winter season. They know that winter is just approaching in the other hemisphere, which means that the ski and snowboard season is opening. You just need to choose a country that can be proud of excellent ski resorts.
Australia is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding. The Kitzsteinhorn resort, located at an altitude of 3.029 meters, is especially famous. In Australia you will find many resorts offering pistes for both professionals and beginners. There you will also find instructors who are ready to teach you all the basics of skiing or snowboarding for a fee.
At Perisher Blue, Australia, about 6 hours from Sydney, you can ski on seven mountain peaks. All these peaks are connected by 49 lifts.
France boasts the Grand Mott (Tina) glacier. There you can choose from 16 lifts. You will see an artificial park with all the facilities for snowboarding.
In Las Lenas (Argentina) you can go skiing down a mountain with a height of 3.657 meters. The resort is a 3-hour drive from Santiago, Chile.
Switzerland is a country of winter resorts, you can choose any one to your taste.
Portillo, located in Chile, is considered one of the best resorts in the world. This unique place, discovered 50 years ago, can be found 2 hours from Santiago. It is located high in Andrah, and usually no more than 450 people ride on its slopes a day.
If you don’t know how to ski yet, you can learn skiing from experienced instructors at almost all of these resorts.
If you are traveling in New Zealand, be sure to visit Coronet Peak Ski Resort. In this picturesque place you can ride from morning to late evening. There is also the M-1 Big Easy highway, the length of which reaches 2.4 kilometers. It is suitable for both professional and experienced skiers.
